Presented by Cynthia Chang, Assistant Professor, School of Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics, University of Washington Bothell

It has been 38 years since Mount St. Helens erupted on May 18, 1980. How have ecological communities recovered since this major disturbance? Come learn how plants have recolonized, survived and adapted to this once barren environment. And discover how this natural experiment has provided valuable lessons on ecological resilience in an era of major global change.

The University of Washington Bothell and McMenamins co-sponsor this speaker series in which university faculty and other notables from the community share their expertise through entertaining and informal talks. Learn about interesting topics and issues of the day while enjoying the hospitality of Anderson School’s Haynes’ Hall. It's like being back in the classroom -- except this time you get to settle into comfortable seats and enjoy a drink or two with dinner while you listen and learn.

This event is eligible for a History Pub Stamp