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The Friends of the Calumet Public Library are collecting books at the library for their Annual Used Book Sale.

The sale takes place June 22nd and 23rd and they are asking for gently used books and DVD’s.

Those donated item will be sold with the proceeds going to support programs and services at the library.

They are also looking for volunteers to help with the book sale during the two-day event, plus help to set up and tear down.

If you’re interested, contact the library or come to the next meeting of the Friends of the Calumet Public Library on June 12th.

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Tenure Status Awarded To Dr. Gee & Dr. Knoblauch http://www.keweenawreport.com/news/local-news/tenure-status-awarded-to-dr-gee-dr-knoblauch/ Wed, 23 May 2018 11:41:08 +0000 http://www.keweenawreport.com/?p=39595 Finlandia University is proud to announce that Dr. William Knoblauchand Dr. Richard Geehave been granted tenure status. “These two professors exemplify much of what makes Finlandia distinct,” said Dr. Fredi de Yampert, Vice President for Academic Affairs. “They care deeply about our students, are passionate about their subject matter and have a proven track record of notable academic …

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Finlandia University is proud to announce that Dr. William Knoblauchand Dr. Richard Geehave been granted tenure status.

“These two professors exemplify much of what makes Finlandia distinct,” said Dr. Fredi de Yampert, Vice President for Academic Affairs. “They care deeply about our students, are passionate about their subject matter and have a proven track record of notable academic work. I am proud to call them colleagues, and congratulate each of them for this honor.”

Dr. Gee is an Associate Professor in Finlandia’s Criminal Justice program. He came to Finlandia in 2012, and has taught more than 30 courses in his time at the university. He also leads a group of students to Europe each year to explore the differences in criminal justice from country to country. During his travels he has taken students to Finland, Russia, Great Britain and more.

“Tenure status is the pinnacle of academic achievement,” Gee said. “This confirms to me that I’m doing my job right.”

Dr. Knoblauch also came to Finlandia in 2012, and is an Associate Professor in FinnU’s History program. He teaches 17 courses, including History of Rock & Roll, Energy and World Power and Rise of American Capitalism. He recently received the Board of Trustee’s Distinguished Faculty Award at the 2018 Commencement Ceremony.

“Tenure aligns with my career goals because I’d like to stay at Finlandia and continue to work on being the best teacher and writer that I can be,” Knoblauch said. “With tenure, I feel that I can act more officially as a voice for the university and what it should stand for.”

To apply for tenure, a member of the Finlandia faculty submits a portfolio exemplifying their accomplishments since their appointment at the university. Qualified candidates are eligible to apply for tenure after being with the university for six years.

Story originally posted at finlandia.edu/news.

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Casperson Criticizes Free College Proposal http://www.keweenawreport.com/news/local-news/casperson-criticizes-free-college-proposal/ Wed, 23 May 2018 11:39:13 +0000 http://www.keweenawreport.com/?p=39593 Democrats in Lansing are calling for free community college education for all. They introduced the HirEd Opportunity Act that would provide scholarships for all high school students in Michigan. State Senator Tom Casperson says community colleges in Michigan already provide a great education at a great cost compared to the cost of attending a university. …

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Democrats in Lansing are calling for free community college education for all.

They introduced the HirEd Opportunity Act that would provide scholarships for all high school students in Michigan.

State Senator Tom Casperson says community colleges in Michigan already provide a great education at a great cost compared to the cost of attending a university.

“You can get a darn good education at our community colleges, at least get started with your higher ed and it’s very doable. It’s not something that a young person couldn’t go get a job and work part time and do both,” Casperson said.

Casperson acknowledges that working to pay your own way through college can be difficult, but he says it’s worth it.  “Is it a struggle? Of course, it’s a struggle. But at the same time, I haven’t seen people get hurt by working hard and really investing in their own future when it comes to college,” he said.

Casperson said giving away free college education may be a way for the Democrats to get votes but it’s not good for society.

Here are the details on the proposal:

Democratic Plan Slashes Higher Education Costs, Creates Debt-Free Community College for All

HirED Opportunity Act Provides Opportunity Scholarships for High School Students, New Career Program for Adult Michiganders

LANSING — Today, House Democrats announced an innovative plan to provide debt-free community college to all qualified Michigan residents. The average Michigan college graduate begins their career with more than $30,000 in student loan debt.[1] The HirED Opportunity Act slashes the cost of higher education by providing full-tuition scholarships to qualified individuals.

“Skyrocketing higher education costs have priced too many of our best and brightest out of the educational opportunities that would prepare them for the jobs of tomorrow, and our state has suffered because of it, said House Democratic Leader Sam Singh (D-East Lansing). “The HirED Opportunity Act not only ensures that every student has the opportunity to build economic security for themselves and their family, but that Michigan has the well-trained, highly-equipped workforce it needs to compete in the global marketplace.”

Currently, nearly forty-seven percent of Michiganders have either an associate’s degree or higher, or an equivalent certificate in a technical field.[2] However, forty percent of Michigan households do not earn enough money to afford the cost of housing, food, child care, health care and transportation, according to a2017 report from the United Way’s ALICE Project. Numerous studies have tied increased training and education to higher wages and lower unemployment, including a 2017 study from the College Board. The HirED Opportunity Act would provide Michiganders with a debt-free option to learn the skills they need for the good-paying career they want.

“A strong economy starts with a well-educated workforce, and our plan makes achieving that education possible without forcing students to strap themselves to massive student loans said state Rep. Adam Zemke(D-Ann Arbor). “No one should be priced out of the education they need for a job that allows them to take care of their families, plan for the future and save for retirement. If you’re ready and willing to learn, to receive the training you need to join the workforce, earn a strong paycheck and help move Michigan’s economy forward, the HirED Opportunity Act provides you with the tools you need to build success.”

Beginning in the 2019-2020 academic year, recent high school graduates who enroll full-time in a community college program would be eligible to receive a Community College Opportunity Scholarship for debt-free tuition, under the HirED Opportunity Act. In order to maintain eligibility of the last dollar scholarship, students would participate in a mentorship program, give back to their community through a community service component, and maintain a 2.0 GPA and continuous academic enrollment for up to 2 years. Alternatively, adults seeking to return to school to earn a new credential, receive skills training or fulfill a degree program would be eligible for debt-free tuition through a new career program focused on high-demand and/or emerging industries.

          “As a first-generation high school and college graduate, I know firsthand the added value that higher education and skilled training provide, absent burdensome student loan debt,” said state Rep. Sherry Gay-Dagnogo (D-Detroit). “Every Michigander deserves that freedom to choose their own educational and economic future, regardless of zip code or family earning history. The HirED Opportunity Act paves the way, allowing students the freedom to build a better, more secure life for themselves and their family without being saddled with massive debt.”

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Bond Proposal On August Ballot For CLK Schools http://www.keweenawreport.com/news/local-news/bond-proposal-on-august-ballot-for-clk-schools/ Wed, 23 May 2018 11:37:15 +0000 http://www.keweenawreport.com/?p=39591 Voters in the Calumet-Laurium-Keweenaw School District will decide the fate of a bond proposal for the school in August. The district is asking for an increase of 1.98 mills.  The funds generated would be used to improve security at the school as well as fix and maintain the aging infrastructure of the buildings. Other improvements …

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Voters in the Calumet-Laurium-Keweenaw School District will decide the fate of a bond proposal for the school in August.

The district is asking for an increase of 1.98 mills.  The funds generated would be used to improve security at the school as well as fix and maintain the aging infrastructure of the buildings.

Other improvements would include adding an elementary school gymnasium, renovations to the athletic complex at Agassiz Field and updating the school’s technology for better education.  A Fabrication Lab for the high school would also be built.

CLK Schools have started a fundraising campaign in addition to the bond proposal.  Voting will take place on August 7th.

Details on the bond proposal can be found on the CLK School District website.

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LL-H Girls Continue Track Dominance – Wednesday Sports Wrap http://www.keweenawreport.com/sports/ll-h-girls-continue-track-dominance-wednesday-sports-wrap/ Wed, 23 May 2018 07:36:38 +0000 http://www.keweenawreport.com/?p=39589 Click on the blue links for more details. High School In high school softball yesterday, Houghton dropped both of its games against Ishpeming, 10-0 and 7-5. In softball today, Jeffers entertains L’Anse. In high school baseball yesterday, Hancock and Houghton’s game turned into an informal scrimmage, because the Bulldogs had only seven players available. Hancock …

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High School
In high school softball yesterday, Houghton dropped both of its games against Ishpeming, 10-0 and 7-5.

In softball today, Jeffers entertains L’Anse.

In high school baseball yesterday, Hancock and Houghton’s game turned into an informal scrimmage, because the Bulldogs had only seven players available. Hancock borrowed a couple of Gremlins, and they played one game, which Houghton won 14-5. The game will not count in the standings.

On today’s baseball schedule…
– Jeffers plays at Calumet. Those games were originally scheduled to be played at the Stanton field, but have been moved to the Wolverine field.
– L’Anse welcomes Gogebic.
– Houghton entertains Negaunee in a game that was added to the schedule a couple of days ago.

In track yesterday, the Lake Linden-Hubbell girls dominated the Copper Mountain Conference meet. Ontonagon placed second, followed by Bessemer, Dollar Bay-Tamarack City, Chassell,Ewen-Trout Creek, Baraga, Watersmeet, Wakefield-Marenisco and Republic-Michigamme. Laura Lyons of the Lakes won the 100-meter and 200-meter runs and the long jump. Gwen Kangas from Chassell took the 1,600-meter and  3,200-meter runs.

Bessemer controlled the boys meet, followed by Lake Linden-Hubbell, Ontonagon, Wakefield-Marenisco, Dollar Bay-Tamarack City, Ewen-Trout Creek, Baraga, Chassell, Jeffers, Watersmeet and Republic-Michigamme. The Speedboys won all but one of the track events. Jake Witt of Ewen-Trout Creek won the discus throw, and Baraga’s Colton Lindemann took the long jump.

See full results from the Copper Mountain Conference meet here.

The WestPAC track and field championships will take place today at West Iron County.

At the Houghton Invitational golf meet yesterday, Calumet won the boys side, followed by West Iron County, Houghton and Hancock. Wyatt Tuoriniemi  and Tyler Johnson of the Copper Kings placed first and second individually. Houghton took the girls title, followed by Ontonagon, West Iron County and Calumet. Individually, Kaaren Liston of the Gremlins medaled, with Hancock’s Payton Dube one stroke back, and  Ellie Helman of the Gremlins two shots off the pace.

MLB
The Detroit Tigers lost 6-0 to the Minnesota Twins last night. Matthew Boyd threw four shutout innings, but walked the first two batters in the fifth, and then left the game with a left oblique spasm. Warwick Saupold relieved him, and allowed those runners to score, plus another. The Twins tacked on three more against Buck Farmer in the seventh inning.

The Tigers wrap up that series at Minnesota this afternoon. Michael Fulmer will start against Kyle Gibson. Pregame coverage will begin at 12:45 on 99.3 The Lift.

After the game, Detroit manager Ron Gardenhire said he doesn’t believe Boyd’s injury is serious. He’ll be evaluated today. Meanwhile, third baseman Jeimer Candelario is set to begin a rehab assignment with the Toledo Mud Hens today. If his ailing wrist holds up, he could be back with the Tigers this weekend.

The Milwaukee Brewers edged the Arizona Diamondbacks 1-0 last night. The game’s only run came on Domingo Santana’s sacrifice fly in the sixth inning. Jhoulys Chacín pitched five scoreless innings, Matt Albers got the win in relief, and Corey Knebel earned the save.

The Brewers conclude that set against the Diamondbacks again this afternoon. Brent Suter will pitch against Zack Godley.

NHL
In the NHL playoffs, the Eastern Conference final will be decided tonight, as Washington skates at Tampa Bay in game seven of that series. The winner will face Vegas for the Stanley Cup.

NBA
In the NBA playoffs, Houston edged Golden State 95-92 last night, to tie the Western Conference final 2-2. Cleveland plays at Boston tonight. The Eastern Conference final is tied 2-2.

The high school softball and baseball tournaments start next week. Our coverage will begin Tuesday, when Hancock faces Jeffers at the Boneyard in Lake Linden. The pregame show will start around 3:40 on KBear 102.3 and KBear102.com.

Email sports stories and game results to mornings@up.net.

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Great Lakes States Collaborate On West Nile Virus Monitoring In Ruffed Grouse http://www.keweenawreport.com/news/local-news/great-lakes-states-collaborate-on-west-nile-virus-monitoring-in-ruffed-grouse/ Tue, 22 May 2018 12:26:33 +0000 http://www.keweenawreport.com/?p=39583 A region-wide effort to better understand West Nile virus in ruffed grouse is getting underway in Michigan, Minnesota and Wisconsin. “In the Great Lakes Region, West Nile virus has been found in a small number of grouse with no known population-level effects at this point,” said Charlotte Roy, grouse project leader with the Minnesota Department of …

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A region-wide effort to better understand West Nile virus in ruffed grouse is getting underway in Michigan, Minnesota and Wisconsin.

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“In the Great Lakes Region, West Nile virus has been found in a small number of grouse with no known population-level effects at this point,” said Charlotte Roy, grouse project leader with the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources. “Still, we want to let hunters know we’re in the first steps of monitoring the virus, and we’re planning to do some limited testing of birds this fall.”

In 2017, West Nile virus was identified in more ruffed grouse in Michigan, Minnesota and Wisconsin than in the past. The virus has been present in Michigan, Minnesota, and Wisconsin for about 17 years.

West Nile virus has been documented in more than 250 species of birds; however, not all birds develop clinical disease from the virus. Corvids (including blue jays and crows) are very prone to illness and death from the virus, while other species may be less so or may not develop symptoms at all.

Last year, Michigan had 12 positive cases of West Nile virus in ruffed grouse. Prior to 2017, only one positive ruffed grouse had been found in Michigan, and that was in 2002. The virus was confirmed in one ruffed grouse in the early 2000s in Minnesota, and is yet to have been detected in a Wisconsin ruffed grouse.

West Nile virus in ruffed grouse has become a topic of concern because of a recent study in Pennsylvania reporting that the virus may have contributed to population declines in areas of lower-quality habitat or where habitat was scarce.

Michigan, Minnesota, and Wisconsin are in the early stages of planning to test samples from grouse this fall but at this point, there is no evidence that the virus is having a population-level impact in the Great Lakes region.

“By monitoring birds at a regional level, we will be able to gain a better understanding of this disease in ruffed grouse,” said Kelly Straka, state wildlife veterinarian with the Michigan Department of Natural Resources.

Ruffed grouse are hunted annually by around 300,000 hunters across the three states. Preliminary reports from 2017 hunters were mixed across the Great Lakes region. While the virus could impact brood survival of grouse, other factors such as cold, wet springs during nesting and hatching; drought conditions; or habitat decline can also affect birds seen and harvested.

Biologists in the region are optimistic that the great habitat for ruffed grouse in the Great Lakes states will help populations thrive despite the virus.

“We are looking to hunters and outdoor enthusiasts to help us in this endeavor,” said Mark Witecha, upland wildlife ecologist with the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources. “This is an excellent example of agencies and organizations taking a proactive approach and working together to expand our knowledge about West Nile virus and ruffed grouse.”

Recently, the Midwest Association of Fish and Wildlife Agencies Health Committee held their annual meeting in Traverse City, Michigan. WNV was one of the topics for state wildlife health leaders. Over 25 wildlife health professionals from 13 midwestern states and Canada were in attendance.

Individual agencies are currently reviewing ways they will be monitoring their grouse populations for WNV, and additional information will be shared when more details are determined.

Like humans, wild animals can be exposed to WNV and survive the exposure. Currently, there is no evidence of humans becoming infected by consuming properly cooked birds or by handling birds. Research has shown dogs can be infected but are very resistant to developing clinical signs of the disease and are considered an end host.

Ruffed grouse hunting is open in the fall, and hunting information can be found at michigan.gov/hunting.

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DNR Asking For Reports Of Marked Or Tagged Fish http://www.keweenawreport.com/news/local-news/dnr-asking-for-reports-of-marked-or-tagged-fish/ Tue, 22 May 2018 12:24:04 +0000 http://www.keweenawreport.com/?p=39581 If you fish the Great Lakes and catch a marked and tagged fish, please report it. You’re helping the DNR collect critical information about the state’s fish populations and trends. The department has used a coded-wire tag program to “mass mark” various fish species in Michigan since the 1980s. Mass marking provides data that helps …

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If you fish the Great Lakes and catch a marked and tagged fish, please report it. You’re helping the DNR collect critical information about the state’s fish populations and trends. The department has used a coded-wire tag program to “mass mark” various fish species in Michigan since the 1980s. Mass marking provides data that helps fisheries biologists determine the value of naturally reproduced fish versus stocked fish, as well as the lakewide movement of fish.

The program involves implanting a small, coded-wire tag, invisible to the naked eye, into the snout of a fish. A fish containing a coded-wire tag can be identified because its adipose fin (the small, fleshy fin between the dorsal and tail fins) has been removed. Anglers who catch these tagged fish can help by recording needed information about the fish, removing and freezing the fish’s snout, and taking it to one of the designated drop-off locations around the state.

The DNR, in conjunction with the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service and other state agencies, places coded-wire tags in the snout and removes the adipose fin from lake trout, rainbow trout (steelhead), and chinook and Atlantic salmon stocked into lakes Huron and Michigan.

Beginning in 2018, all rainbow trout stocked in Lake Huron and Lake Michigan (including tributaries) will contain a coded-wire tag. All chinook salmon stocked in Lake Huron will contain a coded-wire tag, while only a portion of those stocked in Lake Michigan will contain the tag.

Get more details about the DNR’s mass marking efforts at michigan.gov/taggedfish or by contacting John Clevenger, 231-547-2914 or Elyse Walter, 517-284-5839.

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RN-BSN Program At FinnU Now Offers Eight-Week Classes http://www.keweenawreport.com/featured/rn-bsn-program-at-finnu-now-offers-eight-week-classes/ Tue, 22 May 2018 12:22:24 +0000 http://www.keweenawreport.com/?p=39579 Finlandia University is now offering eight-week classes and twice as many start dates each year for its online RN-BSN program. “Working nurses need programs that are specially designed to suit their needs, and we’re working hard to make sure that’s exactly what our program does,” RN-BSN Program Director Lori Sullivan, DNP, MSN, RN, said. “The additional …

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Finlandia University is now offering eight-week classes and twice as many start dates each year for its online RN-BSN program.

“Working nurses need programs that are specially designed to suit their needs, and we’re working hard to make sure that’s exactly what our program does,” RN-BSN Program Director Lori Sullivan, DNP, MSN, RN, said. “The additional start dates mean nurses don’t have to wait as long to get started, and have the opportunity to complete degree requirements sooner.”

Finlandia’s online RN-BSN program is designed for working nurses who have earned their Associates Degree in Nursing, but are looking for career advancement or to add to their existing skillset by earning their bachelor’s degree.

“National initiatives continue to recommend increasing the number of bachelor-prepared nurses, and more employers are seeking out the BSN,” Sullivan said. “We are proud to offer this opportunity for nurses who might not have the ability to make it to courses on campus.

Upcoming start dates for the program included June 25 and August 28. Applying is always free online at finlandia.edu/bsn.

Story originally posted at finlandia.edu/news.

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UPEC Board Member Wins Environmental Prize http://www.keweenawreport.com/news/local-news/upec-board-member-wins-environmental-prize/ Tue, 22 May 2018 12:20:26 +0000 http://www.keweenawreport.com/?p=39575 Houghton – Nominated by the Upper Peninsula Environmental Coalition (UPEC), long time board member, Nancy Warren of Ewen, Michigan, has been named the winner of the Petoskey Prize for Environmental Leadership. The prize is given annually by the Michigan Environmental Council, based in Lansing. The Petoskey Prize recognizes a volunteer activist whose outstanding grassroots environmental …

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Houghton – Nominated by the Upper Peninsula Environmental Coalition (UPEC), long time board member, Nancy Warren of Ewen, Michigan, has been named the winner of the Petoskey Prize for Environmental Leadership. The prize is given annually by the Michigan Environmental Council, based in Lansing.

The Petoskey Prize recognizes a volunteer activist whose outstanding grassroots environmental leadership is marked by commitment, creativity and courage.  Inaugurated in 2001, the award carries a $5,000 gift which Nancy has designated to be used to further wolf education and research in Michigan.

On learning of the prize, Nancy said “I am humbled and in awe.”

Nancy is being honored for her many years of work on behalf of numerous environmental causes. Her environmental leadership skills extend back many decades. They focus around the core goals of protecting and enhancing public lands, promoting ecosystem integrity and biodiversity, restoring habitat and sustainable species populations, increasing informed citizen involvement in democratic environmental stewardship, and building organizational capacities to pursue these goals.

Nancy’s passion for wolves began in the early 1990s as wolves began to recolonize the state. Nancy discovered that for wolves to survive there needs to be human tolerance of wolf behavior. Her goal is to have a sustainable wolf population within suitable habitat.

Since 2013, Nancy has served as the executive director of the National Wolfwatcher Coalition which fosters positive attitudes about wolves through education and advocacy. She oversees the activities of about 50 volunteers and regional coordinators, researching issues, countering misinformation, providing testimony, raising funds and produces educational material.

Though known for her work for her wolves, Nancy is actively involved with the Land & Water Conservation Fund (LWCF) which is authorized to receive $900 million from offshore energy production. However, Congress diverts most of the funds elsewhere. Nancy has provided testimony to congressional committees and encouraged others to do the same to use the funds to protect wild lands, fund local community projects and ensuring public access.

Nancy and her husband have conducted hands-on surveys of wood turtles in the Ottawa National Forest as part of its Wood Turtle Monitoring Project. The Warrens have identified and handled over 100 turtles, compiling essential data to support the protection and revitalization of this species.

Nancy serves on the Ottawa National Forest Resource Advisory Committee. Three of her recommendations for the Ontonagon River have been adopted and implemented, including a barrier to protect prime turtle nesting areas and another that minimized erosion and sediment run-off into the East Branch of the river.

Nancy has been a member of UPEC for more than 20 years, serving on the Board for the past seven years. During that time she has taken on the roles of President and Vice President. Her strong organizational skills have helped keep UPEC activities effective.

Also involved in local community activities, Nancy participates in Michigan’s “Adopt-A-Highway” program and serves on the Ontonagon County Commission on Aging.

“I am thrilled to hear Nancy has received the Petoskey Prize,” says Horst Schmidt, President of UPEC. “We believe Nancy’s efforts for wolf protection represents the ecological balance needed in the Upper Peninsula. Her advocacy for the environment through hands on activities, education and maintaining vigilance on the legislative front has helped us meet our organization’s goals.”

The Michigan Environmental Council believes that lasting environmental protection is earned through a synergy of local activism and institutional leadership. We support the Council in its work. The annual awards are another way of honoring distinguished vision and service by public and private sector leaders while recognizing the significance of grassroots leadership.

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MTU Research Scientist Studying Breastfeeding In The UP http://www.keweenawreport.com/news/local-news/mtu-research-scientist-studying-breastfeeding-in-the-up/ Tue, 22 May 2018 12:13:50 +0000 http://www.keweenawreport.com/?p=39573 A research scientist at Michigan Tech is looking into trends concerning breastfeeding in the Upper Peninsula. Dr. Kelly Kamm works in MTU’s Department of Kinesiology and Integrative Physiology and she saw that data about UP mom’s and breastfeeding was severely lacking. Kamm said, “So we have a lot of data about what’s going on in urban …

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A research scientist at Michigan Tech is looking into trends concerning breastfeeding in the Upper Peninsula.

Dr. Kelly Kamm works in MTU’s Department of Kinesiology and Integrative Physiology and she saw that data about UP mom’s and breastfeeding was severely lacking.

Kamm said, “So we have a lot of data about what’s going on in urban areas, but we don’t have that kind of data about what’s going on in rural areas, and while some of the information may be very similar—there might be the same reasons why mom’s do or don’t breastfeed here in the UP as opposed to those urban areas—but there also might be very different why they do.”

So she started gathering surveys from local mothers and health providers to see just how breastfeeding was viewed in the UP.

Statistics show that although the UP appears to be above the state average, the number of women breastfeeding drops significantly after two months.

There is also the possibility that the more rural an area is, the less likely mothers are to breastfeed.

Participants have until June 1st to take the survey to be entered into a drawing for a $20 gift card, though Dr. Kamm will still be willing to collect data after that.

She will spend this summer analyzing the information she has and then seeing how it can be put to use.

“The next step of the research which is then is to develop some programs that we can put into practice in the community and test how well those programs work to do the same thing—to both improve initiation of breastfeeding and duration of breastfeeding,” said Kamm.

Surveys for moms can be found here.

Surveys for healthcare providers can be found here.

You can also have a paper copy of the survey mailed to you.  For more information, call (906) 275-8489 or email kbkamm@mtu.edu.

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