The Nebraska Center for Grassland Studies is excited to welcome Dr. Lauren Svejcar as our featured speaker for the 2026 Leu Lecture! In celebration of the 2026 International Year of Rangelands and Pastoralists (IYRP), Dr. Svejcar will present: “Impacts and Progress Made from Outreach and Advocacy for the International Year of Rangelands and Pastoralists”. As the IYRP Global Communications Lead, Dr. Svejcar works to connect rangeland professionals, researchers, and land managers around the world. Her work focuses on elevating local voices, strengthening global partnerships, and celebrating the importance of rangelands and the people who manage them.
Location: Hardin Hall Auditorium
3310 Holdrege Street, Lincoln, NE 68503
The evening offers an opportunity to celebrate the importance of our world's grasslands, recognize the people who care for them, and explore the progress made through global outreach and advocacy.