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PFAS Resource and Education Panel: Our Water, Our Health, Our Community

Wednesday, September 23, 2026
6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Traverse City Regional Center
Alumni, Community, Faculty, Staff, Students

Three individuals stand at the edge of a calm lake under a bright blue sky, surrounded by lush green trees and vegetation.

Attendees will discover how local science and community action intersect to protect our water. Featuring a "PFAS 101" discussion led by Dr. Rick Rediske, this gathering is designed to bring together local voices ranging from public health and environmental advocates to municipal and community stakeholders. Learn how students, citizens, and local partners can collaborate to champion clean water.

Panelists:

  • Dr. Rick Rediske – Emeritus Professor & Environmental Chemist, Grand Valley State University
  • Abigail Hendershott – MPART Executive Director, State of Michigan
  • Dr. Vernon LaLone - Wave Lumina
  • Russel Springsteen - Founder & Owner, Right Brain Brewery
  • Paul Szafranski - General Manager, McCardel Culligan
  • Sam Flamont - CEO & Founder, The Mitten Group

Location Information

Northwestern Michigan College
Scholars Hall 
1450 College Dr, Traverse City, MI 49686

Contact Information

GVSU Northern Region
gvsu.edu/north
[email protected]
(231) 995-1785 

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This event was added on Thursday, August 13, 2026 at 3:05 p.m.

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