… are insufficient in protecting historically marginalized groups. Conferences are beneficial for career advancement and networking, but can exacerbate inequities and power differentials … 43% did not mention sexual misconduct, 17% did not mention identity-based discrimination, 26% failed to include a way to report violations, and 35% lacked consequences for misconduct. Lead author and Ph.D. student Alicia Foxx makes it clear: “We didn’t find a …
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… Glencoe and the Chicago Botanic Garden partner to offer meaningful, nature-based experiences for individuals living with dementia and their care partners. On September 30 from 10 a.m. to 2 … Gallery in the Regenstein Center. Dementia Friendly Day takes place on one of the Garden’s Free Admission Days for Illinois residents. Preregistration for nonmembers is required and will … find out more information on using the Garden’s free wheelchairs and ECV’s: chicagobotanic.org/visit/accessibility . …
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… powerful reactions in the human brain. Information about scent not only travels to the brain for identification, but also travels to the limbic system, the brain's emotion and memory bank. … the bulbs and install them this fall. Hyacinths Blooms in April/May Although they bloom for just a short time in spring, they're worth that narrow window for their outstanding, head-turning scents. Even a small patch of Dutch hyacinths like Hyacinthus …
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… Garden has many examples of hardy hydrangeas. They are a wonderful choice when you are looking for a flowering shrub for a partly shaded or sunny, moist area of your garden. Several varieties have an exfoliating or … flowerheads belong to the Hydrangea paniculata group — 'Grandiflora', 'Tardiva' or 'Unique'. For a coarser, more naturalistic look, the oakleaf hydrangea, Hydrangea quercifolia . Hydrangea …
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… R. Leacock, J. L. Mata, and Q.-X. Wu. 2005. Assessment of tree species richness as a surrogate for macrofungal species richness. Biological Conservation 121:99-110. Hawksworth, D. L. and G. M. … and biotic indicators to measure success in forest landscape restoration. Restoration Ecology 26:5-12. Ainsworth, A.M, C. Canteiro, A. Dahlberg, B. Douglas, G. Furci, D. Minter, G.M. Mueller, … and biotic indicators to measure success in forest landscape restoration. Restoration Ecology 26:5-12. Ainsworth, A.M, C. Canteiro, A. Dahlberg, B. Douglas, G. Furci, D. Minter, G.M. Mueller, …
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… in the garden to make next spring’s work easier? A. Here are some general recommendations for tasks to do now to prepare for next spring: Check trees and shrubs for winter pruning while they are dormant. Protect shrubs from winter damage from heavy snow load …
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Join us after school this winter as we take on pies in the ITW Kitchen. Ages 10 – 14 ITW Kitchen 3, Learning Center …
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Is it possible to turn your love of flower and garden photography into a viable career path? Yes, provided you have a clear understanding about how to turn your passion into a business. This intensive workshop will outline the techniques and strategies that will help aspiring professional photographers start and build their business. Allen Rokach will give participants valuable insights using his …
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… Saving your own tomato seeds is an enjoyable and economical way to prepare for the future while preserving a part of the past. Here are some simple instructions for saving your own tomato seeds — and some reasons why standard varieties make a better seed source than hybrid strains. Waiting for the Ripe Time The gel that surrounds the tomato seed contains chemicals that prevent seed …
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