As a scientist/nonscientist writing team, Dr. William Alley and Rosemarie Alley communicate complex environmental science issues to a broad public. Dr. Alley provides the scientific expertise and Rosemarie’s job is to turn it into an engaging narrative. They have written three books together, as well as articles and opinion pieces, and have given talks to a wide range of audiences. Their experiences as an unconventional team have given them unique insights in how to successfully hook the public’s interest with environmental science issues.
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dr. william m. alley
Dr. William M. Alley is a sought after speaker in communicating groundwater science and policy to a wide range of audiences. He is Director of Science and Technology for the National Ground Water Association. Previously, he served as Chief, Office of Groundwater for the U.S. Geological Survey for almost two decades. Dr. Alley has published over 100 scientific publications and received a number of awards, including the Meritorious Presidential Rank Award and Shoemaker Award for Lifetime Achievement in Communication. He was elected as a Fellow of the Geological Society of America in 2009.
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Rosemarie alley
Rosemarie Alley has extensive writing experience in fiction, poetry, and nonfiction. She has a Master’s Degree in special education. As a literacy specialist, she has taught K-12 students experiencing significant deficiencies in reading and writing. She also has conducted numerous workshops for teachers and administrators addressing ‘best practices’ for teaching special learners. When the Alley’s moved to California, Rosemarie teamed-up with Bill to write their first book, “Too Hot to Touch” on nuclear waste.