MINNEAPOLIS--For the third consecutive year, Donaldson Company is pleased to be the sole sponsor of Science Fusion: Brining Cultures Together
at the Science Museum of Minnesota. Through a Donaldson Foundation
grant of $30,000, the Museum will open its four-part series of cultural
exhibitions, science experiments and interactive learning on January 7,
2012. The exhibit, which runs every Saturday during the month of
January, is designed for kids and adults of all ages with exhibits
hosted by a variety of Minnesota-based organizations, including
Donaldson.
“We greatly appreciate
the support of Donaldson Company, which has allowed us to bring Science
Fusion to Science Museum visitors," said Dr. Eric J. Jolly,
President, Science Museum of Minnesota. “Programs such as Science Fusion
allow us to pair experts in the fields of science, technology,
engineering and mathematics with hands-on activities that inspire and
motivate participants. The opportunity for young people to make personal
connections with some truly amazing achievers from diverse backgrounds
is a critical step toward building the next generation of scientists and
science educators, the individuals who will help shape our day-to-day
lives through their exploration and innovation.”
Science Fusion will open
on January 7, with the first annual “Asian Americans in Science”
exhibit. Here, museum visitors will meet science and education
professionals who represent many geographic backgrounds from Southeast
Asia to the mainland and the Pacific Islands.
“African Americans in Science” will celebrate its 20th year as part of the Science Fusion
exhibit on January 14. On site experts will guide visitors through
interactive displays and presentations, while helping them to discover
the inspiring contributions African Americans have made to technology,
education, health care and innovation in Minnesota.
“American Indians in
Science” will follow on January 21, where a wide variety of presenters
from the Twin Cities' and statewide American Indian community will be on
hand to share their areas of expertise through hands-on activities and
dynamic displays.
The exhibit will
conclude on January 28, with “¡Amantes de la Ciencia!” (Lovers of
Science). Visitors will be introduced to professionals from the Twin
Cities’ Latino/a and Hispanic communities. Last year's activities
included making milagritos, building geodetic domes out of marshmallows
and toothpicks, and learning about human DNA.
“The Donaldson Foundation is pleased to continue our sponsorship of Science Fusion,”
said Jessica Exley, President of the Donaldson Foundation. “This
exhibit embraces science, diversity and education in such a profound way
for all who attend either one or all four parts of the series. I’d like
to thank our many Donaldson employee volunteers who are helping to make
Science Fusion a success again this year.”
Established in 1966, the
Donaldson Foundation funds charitable causes on behalf of Donaldson
Company, Inc. Since 1991, the Foundation has contributed 2% of the
company’s earnings each year, making it a Minnesota Keystone
participant. Its mission is to positively impact the communities in
which its employees live and work by supporting education. To learn more
about the Donaldson Foundation, visit the website at http://www.donaldson.com/en/about/community/foundation.html.
About Donaldson Company
Donaldson is a leading
worldwide provider of filtration systems that improve people's lives,
enhance our Customers' equipment performance, and protect our
environment. We are a technology-driven Company committed to satisfying
our Customers' needs for filtration solutions through innovative
research and development, application expertise, and global presence.
Our 12,900 employees contribute to the Company's success by supporting
our Customers at our more than 100 sales, manufacturing, and
distribution locations around the world.
Donaldson is a member of
the S&P MidCap 400 and Russell 1000 indices, and our shares trade
on the NYSE under the symbol DCI. Additional information is available at
www.donaldson.com.
Contacts
Donaldson Company
Rod Radosevich, 952-703-4571
Rod.radosevich@donaldson.com
Jan 04, 2012