land Experts

Molly Land, J.D.

Catherine Roraback Professor of Law and Human Rights; Associate Director, Human Rights InstituteUniversity of Connecticut

Molly Land specializes in human rights and technology.

Matt Bethel

Assistant Director of Research, Louisiana Sea GrantLouisiana State University

Dr. Bethel has 20+ years of experience in the application of geospatial technology for trans-disciplinary studies.

Chris Keller

Lecturer of JournalismLoyola Marymount University

Barry Glick

PresidentSunshine Farm & Gardens

Entertaining and educating garden speaker

Jonathan Gilligan

Professor of Earth and Environmental SciencesVanderbilt University

Expert on the impact of human behavior and public policy on climate, with a focus on how small changes add up to make big differences.

Steve LaWarre

Senior Vice PresidentFrederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park

Steve LaWarre's leadership and passion for botanical excellence help shape Meijer Gardens' stunning landscapes and operational success.

Jeremy Pressman, Ph.D.

Professor of Political ScienceUniversity of Connecticut

Dr. Pressman specializes in the Arab-Israeli peace process, US foreign policy, and the scope of political protests in the United States.

Tristan Sauer

New Media Artist and CuratorMiddlebrook Prize Winners

Tristan Sauer is a new media artist and curator interested in physical computing, wearable technology, and sculpture.

Jeffrey Morris, PhD

Assistant Professor, School of Computer and Cyber SciencesAugusta University

Francis Galgano, PhD

Associate Professor, Geography and the Environment | College of Liberal Arts and SciencesVillanova University

Francis A. Galgano, PhD, specializes in coastal geography and military geography.