Five graduate students from the University of Georgia, Georgia Southern University and Georgia Tech have been selected to lead year-long coastal research projects as part of the Georgia Sea Grant Research Traineeship. This marks the sixth year of the traineeship,… Full story
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Student researchers will study issues facing Georgia’s coastal ecosystems
September 20, 2022
Five graduate students from the University of Georgia, Georgia Southern University and Georgia Tech have been selected to lead year-long coastal research projects as part of the Georgia Sea Grant Research Traineeship. This marks the fourth year of the traineeship,… Full story

Trawling for trash: Using recycled shrimp nets to remove marine debris
April 18, 2022
UGA Marine Extension and Georgia Sea Grant has come up with a creative way to clean up the Georgia coast and provide financial support to local commercial shrimpers whose income was limited during the pandemic. Through Trawl to Trash, funded… Full story

Seven students selected for Sea Grant Research Trainee program at UGA Marine Extension and Georgia Sea Grant
August 26, 2021
Seven students from universities across Georgia have been selected to participate in the year-long Georgia Sea Grant Research Trainee program. The students will work with faculty and professional mentors to conduct marine research and gain new professional skills. Research conducted… Full story

Coastal Tourism Conference
November 6, 2020
Georgia’s second annual Coastal Tourism Conference is scheduled for Nov. 6, 2020 at the Coastal Georgia Botanical Gardens. The conference will bring together business owners, tourism officials, government representatives and community organizations interested in learning about our state’s coastal tourism… Full story
Sharks and Rays 101
July 10, 2020
Did you know that clearnose skates lay delicate egg cases commonly called mermaid’s purses? See a mermaid’s purse and a baby skate yourself during this virtual event. Learn about the incredible diversity of sharks around the word before exploring why… Full story
Crabbing 101
June 19, 2020
Did you know the scientific name for blue crab, Callinectes sapidus, means “savory beautiful swimmer”? The blue crab fishery is one of the top fisheries in Georgia. Learn all about these amazing animals during a virtual crabbing lesson with educators… Full story

Super Museum Sunday
February 9, 2020
The UGA Marine Education Center and Aquarium will celebrate our state’s rich history by participating in Super Museum Sunday on Feb. 9, 2020. We invite you to explore the aquarium free of charge! More than sixty cultural institutions participate in… Full story
Ocean to Table: Georgia Jellyfish
December 12, 2019
Did you know that cannonball jellyfish, locally referred to as a “jellyballs,” are harvested in Georgia? Jellyfish have a crunchy texture and can be served hot, cold, cooked or raw. During this Ocean to Table program at the UGA Aquarium,… Full story

UGA Marine Extension and Georgia Sea Grant welcomes new Marine Education Fellows
September 30, 2019
Four recent college graduates have been awarded one-year marine education fellowships with UGA Marine Extension and Georgia Sea Grant. Funded by Georgia Sea Grant, the fellows will serve as educators for students, teachers and the general public. Over the course… Full story