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Education

Education is our passion!

Education sits at the heart of the Hoosier Herp Society's mission. We believe that fostering understanding about Indiana's rich reptilian and amphibian biodiversity can spark respect and conscious conservation efforts. Dispelling misconceptions and highlighting these creatures' ecological roles is central to our endeavors.

 

We extend our educational commitment by welcoming academic researchers to present new findings at our monthly meetings. This collaboration fuels our understanding and keeps us abreast of cutting-edge herpetological research.

 

Our aim is not only to disseminate information but also to build a knowledgeable and proactive community that values and champions Indiana's unique herpetological heritage. To us, education is the key that unlocks collective responsibility and passion for conserving our natural world.

Past Speakers

Our Past Speakers section showcases a diverse array of professionals who've graced our platform, sharing their knowledge and passion for herpetology. From academic researchers unveiling new findings to Department of Natural Resources personnel, zookeepers sharing real-world experiences, and museum collection managers providing unique insights, these speakers have enhanced our understanding and appreciation of the reptilian and amphibian world. Explore their contributions and be inspired by the depth and breadth of their expertise.

Dr. Sherman Minton Jr. an Indiana herpetologist in Pakistan with a lizard.

Dr. Sherman Minton Jr.

Physician, Herpetologist and Toxinologist

Dr. Noah Gordon teaching students about biology at the University of Evansville

Dr. Noah Gordon

Professor of Biology

University of Evansville

Professor of Physiology, Dr. Michael Finkler of Indiana University Kokomo

Dr. Michael Finkler

Professor of Physiology

Indiana University Kokomo

Cartoon of Mike Pingleton that is his logo for his podcat "So much Pingle"

Mike Pingleton

Author and Podcaster

"The Redfoot Manual"

Professor, Dr. Rob Denton of Marion University, holding a salamander

Dr. Rob Denton

Assistant Professor

Marian University, Indianapolis

Dr. Rod Williams of Texas Tech University and formally Purdue University

Dr. Rod Williams

Vice Provost for Outreach and Engagement

Texas Tech University

James (Jim) Harding from Michigan State University holding a wood turtle

James (Jim) Harding

Herpetologist and Lecturer Emeritus

Michigan State University

Dr. Michael Lannoo of Indiana School of Medicine teaching a class.

Dr. Michael Lannoo

Professor Anatomy and Cell Biology

Indiana University School of Medicine

Nate Engbrecht, Indiana State Herpetologist with a hellbender mascot at the Hellbender 5k in O'Bannon Woods State Park in Indiana.

Nathan Engbrecht

Indiana State Herpetologist

Department of Natural Resources

Professor of Biology, Dr. Bob Brodman holding a snake

Dr. Robert (Bob) Brodman

Professor of Biology

Claremont McKenna College

Kristen Wiley, owner and co-operator of the Kentucky Reptile Zoo in Slade Kentucky.

Kristen Wiley

Co-operator

Kentucky Reptile Zoo

Dr. Bruce Kingsbury of Purdue University Fort Wayne posing with a snake and turtle

Dr. Bruce Kingsbury

Professor in the Biology Department

Purdue University Fort Wayne

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