20th Annual Environmental Awards Celebration is June 14

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Our 20th Annual Environmental Awards Celebration will be held Thursday, June 14, 5:30-7:30 p.m. at the Ann Arbor Marriott Ypsilanti at Eagle Crest.

Please join us in celebrating two environmental champions!

JOAN ROSE

Michigan State University microbiologist Joan Rose is the 2018 recipient of the Helen and William Milliken Distinguished Service Award.  A global water science expert, Dr. Rose has worked tirelessly to improve water quality. Over a 30-year career, she has investigated and raised awareness of water-quality issues throughout Michigan, across the nation, and around the world. Her pioneering leadership has greatly advanced our understanding of water quality, waterborne pathogens, and measures to protect public health.

NANCY WARREN

Nancy Warren is the 2018 recipient of the Petoskey Prize for Environmental Leadership. Ms. Warren epitomizes environmental advocacy. Mixing research, conviction and diplomacy, she has devoted her life to protecting natural resources in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula. This passion has prompted her to ardently and successfully champion several regional causes over the past decades involving its forest, waters, habitat and wildlife.

You can be a part of this special event!  Sponsorships are now available. Individual sponsorship start at $500. Corporate/organizational sponsorships start at $1,000. Both are tax-deductible and help sustain policy work to protect Michigan's environment.  As a sponsor, you will be recognized in event promotional materials and public displays, on our website and in MEC publications.  For more details, contact Joe Bower ([email protected] or 517-999-0419) or use our online donation system to become a sponsor now.

In addition to helping to honor two outstanding Michigan residents, your sponsorship will provide vital support to help sustain MEC actions and programs throughout the year.