In a word: Japan
In tonight's Overnight News Digest: Science Saturday (From Wisconsin to Japan edition) on Daily Kos, I included science-related press releases from eight major public universities in the Midwest. More than half of them had something to say about the earthquake in Japan. Mostly, it was "Got questions? Ask us!"
University of Michigan: U-M experts available to discuss Japan earthquake, tsunami and nuclear reactors
ANN ARBOR, Mich.-The University of Michigan has several experts available to discuss a variety of topics related to the earthquake and tsunami in Japan.
Michigan State University: Experts available to discuss Japan earthquake, response
EAST LANSING, Mich. - As the nation of Japan deals with a devastating earthquake, Michigan State University faculty experts can discuss various aspects of the disaster, from the role technology plays in disaster response to the potential global economic fallout.
Michigan State University: Expert can discuss role of new media in responding to Japan earthquake
EAST LANSING, Mich. - Theresa Bernardo, who studies the role of technology and social media in responding to natural disasters and public health emergencies, is available to discuss the devastating earthquake and tsunami in Japan.
University of Wisconsin: UW-Madison experts available to media to discuss Japan quake, tsunami
Hundreds are confirmed dead and thousands without shelter or power after an earthquake of 8.9 magnitude, and resulting tsunami, near the Japanese island of Honshu. These University of Wisconsin-Madison experts can provide context and analysis for interested media.
Purdue University: Purdue experts can discuss Japan earthquake
March 11, 2011
Note to Journalists: The Purdue University experts below can talk about topics related to the earthquake in Japan or the Pacific Ocean tsunami.
Rutgers University: Rutgers-Newark Expert On Earthquakes, Tsunamis Available to Discuss Japanese Disaster, Threat to U.S.
NEWARK, N.J. - A Rutgers University, Newark, geologist, an expert on earthquakes and tsunamis, can explain what caused the Japanese quake and the resulting tsunami.
Ohio State offered an expert, too, but he wasn't given his own press release.
Only one university expressed sympathy--the University of Wisconsin.
Chancellor message to Japanese students, faculty, staff and alumni
I can not tell you how deeply saddened I was to hear of the news of the earthquake and tsunami that has devastated Japan. The effects of this terrible tragedy are beyond comprehension.
Along with the entire University of Wisconsin-Madison community, I hope that you and your families are safe and have not suffered greatly. Our hearts go out to the families and friends of all those who have been injured, had their property destroyed, or who have lost their lives.
In times like this, we come together as a community. We are here to assist you and will lend our energy and talents to support you and all of Japan’s recovery.
Wisconsin was also the only one to issue a public statement in which it alerted people back home about the status of its students in Japan.
UW-Madison students in Japan are safe
Campus reacts to international tragedy
March 11, 2011
by John Lucas
In the wake of the massive earthquake and tsunami, UW-Madison has confirmed the safety of all of its students studying in Japan.
International Academic Programs has a total of 14 students in programs based at four universities in Tokyo, Nagoya and Sapporo.
As of 5 p.m. Froday, March 11, all students have been reached. Communications were complicated by power and cellular outages. In addition, information about tsunami warnings has been communicated to students studying in Ecuador, Peru, and Chile.
I have only one thing to say: On Wisconsin!
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