Wrangell Institute for Science and Environment, better known simply as WISE, is a locally based nonprofit organization with the mission of providing science and environmental education, supporting scientific research, and sharing the natural wonders of Alaska's Copper River Basin.
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Learn about WISE from 3 of our program participants in this new video from Akwild1.  Anna explains how we can't live about nature, Willow shares her love of learning and adventure, and Ike has some great advice for anyone thinking about going on a WISE trip.
WISE now has a Youtube Channel!  Find us at ​https://www.youtube.com/@WISE.Education.Alaskawww.youtube.com/@WISE.Education.Alaska
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Upcoming WISE Events


Friday, November 14, 7pm
WISE Science Lecture Series
Recent Surface Variations and Ice Dynamics of Sit'tlein (Malaspina Glacier) with Victor Devaux-Chupin
UAF Geophysical Institute PhD Candidate Victor Devaux-Chupin will share his PhD Project, using computer modeling to better understand Malaspina Glacier, the worlds largest Piedmont Glacier.  His presentation will include graphics and animations that show the fascinating patterns of this glacier using historical data.
​Register to join us on Zoom at: ​https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/giENUo1aTTuYzB_gRLXDBQ

A Glimpse at our 2024 Youth and Community Programs

About Our Name

​WISE is a nonprofit organization founded in 2000 with the mission of providing science and environmental education for Alaska's Copper River Valley.  Our full name, Wrangell Institute for Science and Environment, references the nearby Wrangell Mountains, a symbol of the place we serve.  Science, Environment, and the word Institute were included to show our educational focus.  The happy combination of letters giving the acronym "WISE" was a positive factor in the final selection of the name.  
    WISE has no connection or affiliation with the former BIA school known as Wrangell Institute.

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Wrangell Institute for Science and Environment (WISE)
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