UW-Stevens Point to host international aquaponics conference



The University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point will host its first international gathering of aquaponic experts on June 19-21.

The International Aquaponics Conference: Aquaponics and Global Food Security will bring together those with the goal of making an impact on food quality, security and sustainability using aquaponic methods, in which fish and plants are grown together in a symbiotic environment. 

Industry experts will share experience and knowledge in a fun and informative conference setting, providing participants a wealth of information on the rapidly growing aquaponics industry.
 
Nationally known sustainable agriculturist and author Joel Salatin will give a keynote presentation on Wednesday, June 19, at 7:30 p.m. at the Dreyfus University Center Laird Room, followed by a book signing. Tickets are now available.

 

 
 
 

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Students from the UW-Stevens Point Department of Theatre and Dance recently joined together to show support for the City of Boston in light of its recent tragedy.
 

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The Department of Theatre and Dance's lastest production, "The Producers," includes 500 props, 12 wagon scenic units, 1,000 light bulbs, 250 costumes, 25 cast members and a 14-member orchestra. It is one of UW-Stevens Point's largest physical productions to date. See it on the Jenkins Theatre stage May 3-5 and 8-10.