Dedicated to the protection and sustainable use of the Great Lakes and coastal resources.
Michigan Sea Grant is a cooperative program of the University of Michigan, Michigan State University, and the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration. We fund research, education, and outreach projects designed to foster science-based decisions about the use and conservation of Great Lakes resources.
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‘Freedom Seekers’ curriculum teaches students about connections between the Underground Railroad, Great Lakes, and science
Bay City, MI – Freedom Seekers were environmentalists who learned to navigate the land as…
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Now hiring an Administrative Project Coordinator
We are looking for an Administrative Project Coordinator to join the team in our Ann Arbor office….
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The Straits of Mackinac: Connecting People, Places and so Much More
The region contains hundreds of islands and endless miles of pristine shorelines, as well as…
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2021 Great Lakes Conference: Great Lakes Food Webs, Invasive Species and Fisheries: An Interactive Conference
9:15 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. March 9 | Online Registration is now open for the 2021 Great Lakes conference! This year, this annual event will be held on Zoom and is free to attend, but registration is required. Three theme areas will be highlighted with three …
Michigan Birding 101 (Session 4)
February 18th – March 11th Thursdays, from 7pm – 8pm Location: Anywhere with internet via Zoom Webinar! (link sent after completion of registration) Registration: https://events.anr.msu.edu/Birding101 Join us as we explore the wonderful hobby of birdin …
Tapping into Education and Outreach Resources: Great Lakes Partnerships and Initiatives
This panel explores Great Lakes outreach programs dedicated to both formal and informal education initiatives and how to connect research to schools and the broader public. Erin Johnston Erin is the wildlife biologist for the Keweenaw Bay Indian Commun …
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Place-Based Education
Sometimes, the best way to learn Great Lakes science is by getting outdoors! Through Michigan Sea Grant’s place-based education programs, students and adults can collect and analyze real-world data, visit aquatic critters in their natural habitats, and participate in habitat restoration projects. Learn about some of the programs below.
