The 14th Annual Fall Ecology Symposium will be held October 16 and 17.  Dr. David Tilman, a prominent ecologist from the University of Minnesota, will deliver the keynote lectures.   Dr. Tilman studies the links between biodiveristy and ecosystem function in natural and managed ecosystems, including the use of grasslands to provide biofuels.  For more information check out his Web site.

Thursday, Oct. 16, 7:00pm, Birge Hall 145:  Dr. Tilman will present an evening lecture entitled, “Solving the Food vs Fuel vs Environment Dilemma.” A reception will follow.