How Soil Unites Us | Nic Jelinski | TEDxUMN

Nic Jenlinski is a professor of... dirt. To Nic, his students and ultimately his spellbound audience, however, soil means much more than mud and bugs. In an unforgettable talk, Nic convinces even the lysol-lovers among us of the beauty beneath the ground that we all stand on. Dr. Nic Jelinski is an Assistant Professor of soil science in the Department of Soil, Water and Climate. His teaching responsibilities include Basic Soil Science, Field Study of Soils and Soil Judging. His research interests are centered around resolving problems of soil formation, enhancing access to soil information, and improving teaching and outreach for soil science in higher education and to the general public. He has lived and worked around the world in soils and land management for state (Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources) and federal agencies (Department of Defense, National Park Service) as well as the private sector (Alliant Energy). He received his B.S. and M.S. from the University of Wisconsin-Madison and his Ph.D. from the University of Minnesota. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at www.ted.com/tedx

[@whotubeblows1]

I took his soil science class at the u of mn and he was hands down the best teacher I have ever had. Very passionate and knowledgeable. During his lectures you couldn't help but be intrigued and moved by his words.

[@rodneyventerea2950]

Probably the most inspiring words I have heard spoken about soil. Beautiful on many levels. Should be seen by everyone who eats and breathes.

[@lindakudrna5410]

Excellent talk Nic. I'm very passionate about our the state of our precious soil and water! I am happy and inspired that you are working towards educating the people who are ready to listen and learn.

[@PeterNEze]

Well delivered, Nic. The soil is such a treasure we should cherish and conserve jealously. I enjoyed listening to your presentation.

[@stevenwiig3428]

impressive talk, you delivered it so well! I love your palm notes too :)
I will be using this, or segments of this, in some Permaculture workshops I will be hosting in Saskatchewan, a very agriculturally-based province in canada. Despite this soil-based foundation, we are unaware of our connection with soil. I may just go dig a hole..

[@jd0614]

I was not enjoying my soils class the past few weeks but after watching this video im so stoked on taking the class hahah

[@italianbirdvideos6190]

Well done and inspirational.

[@Chimxx23]

Incredible speech sir! 👏🏼

[@beesbulletsandrecyclingcan7802]

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[@beesbulletsandrecyclingcan7802]

🖤

[@zakUSDedelman]

Thanks a lot lot

[@beesbulletsandrecyclingcan7802]

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[@lando7164]

i like dirt

[@lando7164]

Lol

[@SillySoil]

YUP!

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Al Giencke
A very unique presentation to the public on the importance of soil. Great job Nic!