Lunch and Learn with Dr. Ian Young
Thursday, October 30, 2025 11:45 AM – 1:00 PM
- LocationBowen-Thompson Student Union, 207
- DescriptionDiscover how Indigenous knowledge shapes our understanding of sustainability.Join Dr. Ian Young, one of BGSU’s most beloved professors, for a captivating presentation that weaves together themes from Braiding Sweetgrass and his research on Indigenous environmental perspectives. Drawing from his time in Aotearoa–New Zealand as a visiting scholar at the University of Otago’s Centre for Sustainability, Dr. Young will explore how Māori worldviews connect people, land and community through environmental stewardship and respect for the natural world.This event is free and open to everyone.Come for the food, stay for the inspiration—and leave with a renewed appreciation for how traditional wisdom can guide modern environmental action.======================= Join us in honoring Native American Heritage Month, which celebrates the rich histories, diverse cultures, and enduring traditions of Indigenous peoples. From music and food to exhibits and storytelling, these events are open to all and offer opportunities to engage, learn, and connect. Everyone is welcome to join in on campus and throughout the surrounding community.
- Websitehttps://events.bgsu.edu/event/lunch-and-learn-with-dr-ian-young


