General registration is open for the Ocean Institute’s 2016 Girls in Ocean Science Teen Conference on Saturday, February 20, and Saturday, March 19, 8:30 a.m. – 4 p.m. each day. The February 20th conference is for middle school students and the March 19th conference is for high school students.
These exciting conferences are dedicated to inspiring young women to pursue degrees and careers in the sciences. Sixteen prominent female scientists from around the country will interact with the girls in a series of hands-on workshops aboard our research vessel, Sea Explorer, and in the Ocean Institute’s teaching labs. The conferences, split into two day-long programs, are designed for enthusiastic middle and high school girls who have an interest in science. Girls will explore careers in areas such as oceanography, marine ecology, astronomy, biochemistry, and deep sea and space exploration.
“The conferences will be a great opportunity for young women who may be thinking of pursuing a career in the sciences. They’ll get first-hand experience and advice from positive female role models who are experts in their fields,” commented Dori Moorehead, the Ocean Institute president and chief executive officer.
Cost is $50/participant (Members receive a 10% discount) and includes a continental breakfast & lunch. Registration required. Register online at www.ocean-institute.org or contact (949) 496-2274.
The Ocean Institute is a non-profit organization which seeks to demystify the world of science, empower children to become tomorrow’s scientific leaders, and deepen society’s appreciation of how the ocean and science impact our lives. Established in 1977, the Ocean Institute uses the mystery and allure of the ocean to inspire 115,000 students per year with more than 60 award-winning ocean science and maritime history programs.
We’re located in Dana Point Harbor alongside the tide pools of a Marine Conservation Area, and we use the ocean as the classroom to inspire students of all ages to learn. We’re open to the general public. Weekdays, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m., $5/person (members and children under 2 free). Weekends, 10 a.m. – 3 p.m., $10/adult, $7.50 seniors and children ages 3-12 (members and children under 2 free). Pilgrim tour on most Sundays, 10 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. Unique maritime and ocean-themed items are available in the Chambers Gallery daily, 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. See our website about cruises and tall ship sails we offer for an additional charge. Institute address: 24200 Dana Point Harbor Dr., Dana Point. Website: www.ocean-institute.org. Phone: (949) 496-2274.
Jim Graves
