Population Aging: Causes and Concerns

Populations around the world are growing older, including in the United States. Dr. Anna Hammersmith (GVSU Sociology Dept.) will talk about the demographic forces that reshape population age structure and how the growing number of older adults may create new challenges for individuals, families, and communities.

Date: Thursday, January 11
Time: 8 p.m.
Location: SpeakEZ lounge 600 Monroe Ave. NW, Grand Rapids, 49503

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Science on Tap is an opportunity for conversation, debate and interaction between scientists and the public while enjoying your favorite libation. Each month at the SpeakEZ Lounge, a knowledgeable expert hosts a discussion about a current scientific topic: cutting edge cancer detection techniques, climate change, Ebola virology, sex in the animal kingdom, Parkinson's disease, or brewing beer, to name just a few. This is a great chance to indulge your academic interests in a casual setting while enjoying great food and beverages.

Location: SpeakEZ lounge 600 Monroe Ave. NW, Grand Rapids, MI  49503

Frequency: Second Thursday of every month at 8 p.m.

For more information, please contact:
Kristin Renkema ([email protected])
Kate Haley ([email protected])