Implications of Contaminants for Aquatic and Human Communities; Dr. Ariana Chiapella '12

Ariana Chiapella '12
The Implications of Contaminants for Aquatic and Human Communities
Thursday, November 14, 2024 | Reception 6 p.m. | Lecture 7 p.m.
Feigenbaum Center for Science and Innovation Atrium
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On November 14, 2024, we will host the annual Larry and Betty Vadnais Environmental Issues Lecture Series at the Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts campus, in North Adams, MA. This year, we will welcome MCLA alumna, Ariana Chiapella ’12 to campus as she presents about her research and teaching related to water quality and contamination.
Prior to the lecture, starting at 6 p.m., we will celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Center for Resourceful Living (CRL), the pioneering program started by Dr. Larry Vadnais. During this time, CRL alumni and friends are invited to share memories and reflections about their time at the CRL at North Adams State College. Everyone is invited to attend and learn more about this unique and impactful era from the NASC/MCLA past. We will also be showing a slide show of photos from the CRL. Several panels on the history of the CRL will also be on display. Alumni and friends are encouraged to bring any memorabilia, photos, and documents from the CRL to share that evening!
The lecture "The Implications of Contaminants for Aquatic and Human Communities" begins promptly at 7 p.m.
About Ariana Chiapella
Ari conducts research at the Rubenstein Ecosystem Science Laboratory. She explores basic to applied questions about the impacts of stressors on aquatic ecosystems and implications for people and management. Specific interests include alpine ecology, using stable isotopes to understand food web structure and response to species invasions, and understanding the ecological and social implications of toxic chemical production, use, and accumulation in the environment.
About the Vadnais Lecture Series
The Vadnais Lecture Series is named for the visionary leader of the Center for Resourceful Living (CRL), Dr. Larry Vadnais. For those unfamiliar with the Center for Resourceful Living (CRL), here is a short video and the Historic North Adams website for an extended history.
mcla.edu/envi
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