Communicating the Beauty and Biology of Nebraska’s Natural Resources
By Dr. Mary J. Harner
Professor Department of Communication and Biology
University of Nebraska at Kearney
Rivers and their surrounding lands are among the most beautiful and biologically diverse places in the world. Advancements in cameras and other technologies enable people to document, perceive, and study such landscapes in creative ways. This presentation includes examples of projects that cross disciplinarily boundaries, including of science and art, to communicate about natural resources in Nebraska. Examples from the Platte River and Sandhills are highlighted, featuring views of animal life, seasonal changes, and how people come to know and experience place.
