Join the Michigan Geological Survey (MGS) and Western Michigan University (WMU) for PFAS Awareness Week at the 2026 MGS/WMU PFAS Symposium. The event will bring together researchers, practitioners, and community members to explore current PFAS research, resources, and response efforts.
The symposium will feature:
- Expert panel discussion & presentations.
- WMU research showcase and resource tables.
- In-person and *virtual attendance options.
- Capacity for in-person attendance is limited.
- Lunch provided by MGS/WMU
When: Friday September 25, 10:00 am – 3:30 pm
Where: Panel and Presentations in WMU Dunbar 4433, Posters and Resource Tables in Dunbar 4423
Note: A link to attend the event virtually will be sent to the email used for event registration.
For more information, contact Sophia White, Office Coordinator, (269) 387-8328 – sophia.f.white@wmich.edu or Sara Pearson, Director, (269) 387-8611 – sara.pearson@wmich.edu.
Schedule:
| Time | Panel & Presentations (Dunbar 4433) | Posters and Resource Tables (Dunbar 4423) |
|---|---|---|
| 10:00 - 10:30 | Welcome and introductions | - |
| 10:30 - 11:30 | Keynote Panel | - |
| 11:30 - 12:15 | Lunch (provided) | Lunch (provided) |
| 12:15 - 12:45 | - | Poster & Table Interactions |
| 12:50 - 1:10 | Jason Wang, PhD | Posters Available for Viewing |
| 1:15 - 1:35 | Kristen Hasbrouck, PG, CPG | Posters Available for Viewing |
| 1:40 - 2:00 | Mert Atilhan, PhD | Posters Available for Viewing |
| 2:05 - 2:25 | Matt Reeves, PhD | Posters Available for Viewing |
| 2:30 - 2:50 | Priyanka Sharma, PhD | Posters Available for Viewing |
| 2:55 - 3:15 | Yan Lu, PhD | Posters Available for Viewing |
| 3:20 - 3:40 | Sara Pearson, CPG | Posters Available for Viewing |