E.O. WILSON VISITS UA “It’s obvious that the key problem facing humanity in the coming century is how to bring a better quality of life – for 8 billion or more people – without wrecking the environment entirely in the attempt.” – E.O. Wilson Last fall, the legendary E.O. Wilson, Alabama alum and one of the
As Dr. Wilson has said, “the world needs all you can give,” and we
world’s most eminent naturalists, visited campus to speak with E.O.
encourage our students to use what they learn at UA to do just that – to go
Wilson Fellows, meet UA faculty, and witness an exhibit opening at
out into the world and be a persistent voice in sharing their expertise as it
the Alabama Museum of Natural History honoring his work and the
relates to their field of study.
tremendous impact he has had on generations of students. His lifetime
Our E.O. Wilson Fellows found that sharing these moments – a
of work serves as an inspiration for all biologists, as does his tireless
luncheon and an exhibit opening – with a living legend had a profound
advocacy for broader research and understanding of our biodiverse
impact which will stay with them throughout their academic careers, as is
planet. We are thankful to have had the opportunity to share this visit
illustrated in the letter below. Thank you, Dr. Wilson, for sharing your time
with someone who holds such an esteemed presence in the world of
and wisdom with us.
biological sciences.
