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education – The FAIRCHILD CHALLENGE

Join the Fairchild Challenge!

H2O So Important! Symposium

 

H2Oh So Important: The Second Annual Fairchild Challenge Symposium at The Field Museum.

Funding provided by Science Chicago.

School teams of up to 10 students and two adults are invited to The Field Museum on Friday, February 20, 2009, to experience hands-on workshops, exhibits, and speaker sessions on diverse topics surrounding the importance of fresh water. A free, healthy lunch also will be served.

Keynote Speakers:
Peter Annin, Author, The Great Lakes Water Wars (www.greatlakeswaterwars.com)
Libby Hill, Author, The Chicago River: A Natural and Unnatural History

About Science Chicago:
The world’s largest science celebration will awaken the inner scientist in each of us through thousands of dynamic and interactive activities. Visit www.sciencechicago.com for more information.