GLWA’s Cheryl Porter reflects on making history as AWWA president
Cheryl Porter reflects on her historic AWWA presidency, challenges facing aging water systems, and how institutions can prepare the next generation of water professionals.
MSU Water Alliance 2026 Sustainability Bracket Challenge
The MSU Water Alliance and the MSU Surplus Store and Recycling Center are teaming up for a Sustainability Bracket Challenge inspired by the excitement of the NCAA March Madness tournament!
MSU researchers launch international project to shed light on Africa’s smallest-scale fisheries
Millions in sub-Saharan Africa rely on small-scale, informal “safety net fisheries” for food and income, yet their impact is often overlooked. An MSU-led initiative aims to better document and understand these vital but undercounted systems.
Artist Avery Williamson partners with MSU on Grand River art installation
Michigan-based artist Avery Williamson has partnered with Michigan State University to develop an exhibit reflecting the science and community of the Grand River with a focus on micro- and nano plastics.
Angelique B. Willis to be honored with 2026 MSU Graduate Student Award for Community Engagement
Angelique Willis is strongly committed to leveraging her expertise in Health Geography, Public Health, Epidemiology, Environmental Health, and Geographic Information Systems (GIS) to enhance drinking water quality and safeguard human health.
Panel on Careers in Water Provides Lessons from Experts in the Field
The 2026 WaterCube NRT Annual Retreat and Symposium, held Feb. 20 at the Kellogg Hotel and Conference Center, featured 12 trainee research presentations followed by a panel on Careers in Water.
Spartans Making a Difference: (Dis)closing the Water Gap
MSU researchers, in collaboration with the nonprofit DigDeep and the Matrix: Center for Digital Humanities & Social Sciences at MSU have created a national dashboard to better address water and sanitation access in the U.S.
Kieron Moller – Agricultural Resilience
Kieron Moller received his PhD in December 2025 from the Department of Biosystems & Agricultural Engineering. His research focuses on improving agricultural resilience in low- and middle-income countries, using Senegal as a case study.
Leo Baldiga – Water Management and Agricultural Technology
Leo Baldiga is a third-year PhD student in the Department of Geography, Environment, and Spatial Sciences. His research bridges social science, water management, and emerging agricultural technologies, with a focus on Southeast Asia.
Katherine McCullen – Phytoremediation Using Duckweed
Katherine McCullen is a PhD student in the Department of Biosystems & Agricultural Engineering. Her research involves the use of duckweed, an aquatic plant, as a phytoremediator, removing contaminants from the environment.
Testing for contaminants in soil, water and plants
Sometimes, what you don’t know can hurt you. MSU Extension's soil testing service offers a variety of analyses through the Home Lawn and Garden Soil Test Mailer, and the commercial soil test bag.
Marinna Guzy – Great Lakes Fisheries and Indigenous Knowledge
Marinna Guzy is a doctoral student in the Department of Fisheries and Wildlife with a dual major in Environmental Science and Policy. One aspect of her research focuses on building relationships with the Bay Mills Indian Community.