This presentation will give an overview of the world-class science underway at the Sanford Underground Research Facility, including the colossal Deep Underground Neutrino Experiment, plus a look back at the value of past scientific research in history, and a look forward at the value research at SURF can bring to humanity today.
Mike Ray has spent more than 30 years working as both a journalist and science communicator. He is a graduate of South Dakota Mines who grew up in the Black Hills where he has spent the better part of his life. The Vore Site is open to the public during the summer months. The VBJF field trip program, which is geared to 4th graders, hosts around 900 students a year from schools around the region.
Turtle Soup is a weekly lunch and learn program with revolving topics ranging from Speakers cover a broad range of intriguing topics, from Indigenous Feminism to Deadwood Archaeology and beyond. Each presentation starts with lunch being served at 11:45 PM, followed by a presentation at 12 PM. The local non-profit Fork Real Café partners with The Journey Museum & Learning Center to provide two weekly varieties of soup including a vegetarian option. Immediately following the presentation, a discussion will be held regarding that topic.
Call (605)394-6923 to pre-register. Tickets also available at the door.