Communication & Science

When Sep 25, 2025
from 05:15 PM to 07:30 PM
Where Kentucky Center for African-American Heritage (1701 W Muhammad Ali Blvd)
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Communication & ScienceReception: 5:15-6pm, Panel: 6-7:30pm

This important discussion will cover how communicating scientific information raises public awareness, creates interest, and informs policy. 

UofL's Christina Lee Brown Envirome Institute is hosting a new quarterly health forum called “& Science".

Our kickoff event will focus on Communication & Science, featuring communication professionals from a variety of backgrounds including journalism and academia.

Much of the discussion will focus on the environment, including environmental justice.

The “& Science” series will provide a community forum for conversations at the intersection of health, the environment & science. Future events will focus on Faith, History Art, & Science.

Panelists:
    Tawana Andrew (WAVE 3)
    James Bruggers (Inside Climate News)
    Dr. Nick Paliewicz (University of Louisville)
    Dr. Wayne Tuckson (KET)
    Morgan Watkins (LPM)
Moderator:
    Dr. Natasha DeJarnett (University of Louisville)

Communication & Science Panel objectives:
    Explore key intersections of communication & science
    Discuss raising public awareness & interest in science
    Share how science informs public policy on health & environment
    Discuss current topics in communication & science (e.g. data centers)

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