INTRODUCING THE 2019 - 2020 MBGS EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE MEMBERS
President – Jennifer Trout, Western Michigan University
Vice President – Chris Christensen, Michigan Dept. of Environment, Great Lakes and Energy
Secretary – John Yellich, Michigan Geological Survey
Treasurer – Mike Pozinak, Arcadis
Business Manager – Peter Rose, Michigan Department of Natural Resources
Congratulations to Chris Christensen our new Vice President for the 2019-2020 year.
MBGS Scholarship
For many years, MBGS has presented Michigan geology students with scholarships. To honor a long-term active
member of MBGS, who was lost in 2019, the scholarship will be renamed the “Emanuel (EZ) Manos Memorial
Scholarship”. Information on how to apply for the scholarship will be coming soon.
OTHER NEWS: MBGS HISTORICAL PUBLICATIONS ARE NOW AVAILABLE ON USB FLASH DRIVES (8GB).
2019‐2020 Membership Dues It is time to submit the 2019‐2020 MBGS membership dues. Annual membership is $25 for members and $10 for students. Please fill out the appropriate membership form (included in newsletter) and mail in with payment.
MBGS Publications ‐ There are two (2) new publications available! See details on the Publications page and in the newsletter on page 7
MBGS On-line Store - Shop for shirts, hats, bags and other items. Check it out at: http://www.cafepress.com/mbgs
Executive Committee Meeting
2nd Wednesday of the Month Sept-May
4:30-6:15 Claddagh Irish Pub, Lansing
Membership Meeting
2nd Wednesday of the Month Sept-May
7:00-8:00 pm Michigan State University, Natural Science Building
MBGS
P.O. Box 14044
Lansing, MI 48901-4044