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About Us

The MSU Water Alliance is led by MSU's Office of Research and Innovation in partnership with MSU AgBioResearch, MSU Extension, and the Homer Nowlin Endowment. Michigan State University's water community aims to build the Alliance, developing its water research, education, and engagement programs throughout the state and beyond.

Goals

  • Advance transdisciplinary solutions to global water challenges
  • Amplify water-related research, education, and outreach on campus
  • Connect experts across disciplines and water science fields
  • Build partnerships with communities, policymakers, and industry leaders
  • Expand education and training opportunities, with a commitment to reaching underrepresented students

Our People

Learn more about our leadership team and advisory committees.

Our History

Explore the stories below for more information about how and why the MSU Water Alliance was formed.

Members of the MSU Water Alliance sitting by a microphone
Joan Rose, Jo Latimore, and Amber Pearson discuss the Water Alliance’s vision, mission, and objectives along with some of the challenges and opportunities ahead.
Red Caedar River running through Michigan State's campus
MSU has harnessed its vast water research expertise to create the MSU Water Alliance, a bridging organization among existing water science units on campus and among faculty with water expertise.