'Science at Sunset' series presents discussion on the role of small mammals in ecosystems | News | Notre Dame News | University of Notre Dame Skip To Content Skip To Navigation Skip To Search University of Notre Dame Notre Dame News Experts ND in the News Subscribe About Us Home Contact Search Menu Home › News › 'Science at Sunset' series presents discussion on the role of small mammals in ecosystems 'Science at Sunset' series presents discussion on the role of small mammals in ecosystems Published: April 23, 2019 Author: Brandi Klingerman Tree Mouse The University of Notre Dame’s Linked Experimental Ecosystem Facility (ND-LEEF) will host an event in its “Science at Sunset” series from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. May 2 (Thursday). The event, titled “Deer Mouse: Portrait of a Misunderstood Mammal,” will take place at the Morrison Family Pavilion within St. Patrick’s County Park on Laurel Road in South Bend and feature a presentation by Michael J. Cramer, assistant director of the University of Notre Dame Environmental Research Center. “Usually our encounters with mice are unexpected. Mice come in a variety of shapes and sizes, and the mouse you see in your kitchen or garage may not be the same species that roams our fields and forests. Deer mice play key roles in the life of the forest, serving as prey for wildlife as well as dispersing and consuming seeds,” said Cramer. “At the event, attendees will learn the natural history of the deer mouse – which often goes unseen – and how populations of this common yet elusive mammal in northern forests are potentially affected by climate change.” ND-LEEF will provide snacks for the free program, and attendees are welcome to bring their own beverages, including beer and wine. Other alcoholic drinks and glass containers are prohibited; all beverages must be brought in plastic or metal containers. Although the county parks and ND-LEEF partner on many science-related programs, the “Science at Sunset” series is unique in that it is designed for adults. The program is free, but registration is required by calling the county parks’ program reservation line at 574-654-3155 by Monday (April 29). To learn more, visit https://environmentalchange.nd.edu/news-events/events/2019/05/02/science-at-sunset/. ND-LEEF is a globally unique research facility that is a resource of the Notre Dame Environmental Change Initiative (ND-ECI). At the University of Notre Dame, ND-ECI brings together more than 50 researchers across disciplines to help people and ecosystems adapt to climate change, mitigate the effects of land use change, predict species occurrences in a shifting world and improve water quality. The initiative works hand-in-hand with partners to support research that matters to society, answering the most critical environmental questions of our time. To learn more about ND-ECI, visit environmentalchange.nd.edu. Contact: Brett Peters, ND-LEEF assistant director, Environmental Change Initiative, bpeters2@nd.edu, 574-367-7621; @NDLEEF Originally published by Brandi Klingerman at environmentalchange.nd.edu on April 18. Posted In: Community News Home Experts ND in the News Subscribe About Us Related September 30, 2022 New prison education initiative joins Center for Social Concerns September 19, 2022 Notre Dame Stories: Helping the Last of the Instrument Makers September 15, 2022 South Bend offers free, pre-approved house plans with input from Notre Dame September 12, 2022 Notre Dame dedicates new hydro facility along St. Joseph River in South Bend August 30, 2022 School of Architecture’s community regeneration efforts lead to $2.4M development grant for South Bend For the Media Contact Office of Public Affairs and Communications Notre Dame News 500 Grace Hall Notre Dame, IN 46556 USA Facebook Twitter Instagram YouTube Pinterest © 2022 University of Notre Dame Search Mobile App News Events Visit Accessibility Facebook Twitter Instagram YouTube LinkedIn