Biography
Peter H. Raven is one of the world’s leading botanists and advocates of conservation and biodiversity. For four decades, he headed the Missouri Botanical Garden, an institution he nurtured into a world-class center for botanical research and education, and horticultural display. He retired as president in 2010 and assumed the role of president emeritus and consultant through 2014. Dr. Raven is a member of the Pontifical Academy of Sciences and contributed to the writing of Laudato Si’.
Described by Time magazine as a “Hero for the Planet,” Raven champions research around the world to preserve endangered plants and is a leading advocate for conservation and a sustainable environment.
All sessions with Peter Raven, Ph.D.
The Gospel of Creation: Indispensable for Climate of Hope
Sunday, April 22, 2018
2:30 pm - 3:30 pm
College Church
Welcome
Monday, April 23, 2018
8:45 am - 9:00 am
Nine Network of Public Media
Panel: Biodiversity and Ecology
Monday, April 23, 2018
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Nine Network of Public Media
Closing Thoughts and Discussion
Tuesday, April 24, 2018
3:30 pm - 4:00 pm
Nine Network of Public Media