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Infinity in the Palm of Your Hand: How Writers See the Universe

“How is this plane staying up?” “Why did the whales return to the sea?” “What was the first sound the universe ever heard?” Poets ask the same questions as scientists, and their answers often dovetail in strange and stirring ways. Come and meet some practicing, publishing and award-winning poets and writers from MSU and the Greater Lansing area. As each one reads a poem, you can look through their poetic lenses to “see the world in a grain of sand” (Blake). Take away with you inspirational prompts for poems of your own, and opportunities to join future workshops, readings and open mics.

Presented by:

  • Cheryl Caesar, Associate Professor, WRAC, MSU
  • Chana Kraus-Friedberg, Health Sciences Librarian, Library, MSU

Suggested for ages: High school age, 18 years and above

Scientific Disciplines:

  • Arts, Culture, and Design
  • Science in the Gardens 3

Time and Location

  • 4/26/2025 1:00 - 3:00 PM

    Location: MSU Horticulture Gardens Conservatory

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