U-M Climate Week 2026 View Other Sessions

Climate Science & Society is the kick-off event for four STEMM Festival style events at UMMNH. This event will highlight UMMNH's role in supporting public understanding of and engagement with climate resilience. The three later events will build on that theme throughout the year while exploring the related themes of Innovation, Food and Energy, and the importance of Night.

***Climate Science & Society: October 4, 2026 Explore how communities are responding to climate challenges and building resilience through research, innovation, and collaboration.

Science & Innovation - January 17–18, 2027 Celebrate discovery, creativity, and the tools and technologies helping us better understand our world, past and present.

Food Science & Energy - April 10–11, 2027 Investigate the connections between food systems, energy use, sustainability, and community well-being.

Science Under the Summer Stars June 12, 2027 Discover the science of the night—from astronomy and ecology to light pollution, human health, and the wonders that emerge after dark

Oak trees are more than familiar features of our forests and landscapes. They play an important role in healthy, resilient ecosystems, supporting an extraordinary range of plants, wildlife, and ecological relationships. Join Mike Kost of Matthaei Botanical Gardens and Nichols Arboretum and the U-M School for Environment and Sustainability to explore the importance of oaks in Michigan, the ecosystems they support, and why their stewardship matters in a changing climate. Participants will have the opportunity to take home a free oak seedling. Space is limited; registration is required.