Programs & Initiatives

Shaping the Shoreline: Video Series

The Great Lakes coast is dynamic—it constantly changes due to natural and human processes, including lake level changes, erosion, storms and high waves, ice, increased development, and coastal flooding hazards. Through visualizations and expert interviews, the ‘Shaping the Shoreline’ video series helps educate communities on natural processes and coastal protection structures, knowledge of which is fundamental to fostering resilient southern Lake Michigan shores.

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Southern Lake Michigan Water Level Variability

Although Lake Michigan water levels can vary dramatically over time, recent high water levels have raised awareness of the impacts that fluctuating water levels can have on communities and individuals in the southern Lake Michigan region. This initiative focuses on improving communication about the effects of high, low, and variable water levels as well as ongoing efforts to increase our capacity to adapt to and become more resilient to these changes.

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Contact Info

Topic Specialist

Hillary Glandon
Coastal Ecosystem and Community Resilience Specialist
Sarah Peterson
Coastal Engineering and Community Resilience Specialist

Research Projects

Carolyn Foley
Research Coordinator
765-494-3601

Publications

Ethan Chitty
Administrative Assistant
765-496-6009

Education & Training

Kristin TePas
Great Lakes Literacy and Workforce Development Specialist
312-886-6224
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