DANA POINT, Calif. – The Ocean Institute will host the 2010 Girls in Ocean Science Teen Conference on Saturday, February 6, 8:30 a.m. – 3 p.m. The day-long conference is designed for enthusiastic 7th -12th grade girls who have an interest in science.
The goal of the conference is to inspire and excite young women to pursue degrees and careers in the sciences.
Eight prominent female scientists from around the county will interact with the girls in a series of interactive workshops aboard the Institute’s research vessel, R/V Sea Explorer, and in its teaching labs. Girls will explore careers in areas such as ocean conservation, marine biology and ecology, scientific journalism, underwater archeology, oceanography, and education.
“The conference will be a great opportunity for young women interested in 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 Dan Stetson, Ocean Institute president.
Presenters include video journalist and podcaster Mary Lynn Price; National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration representative and sea turtle expert Tina Fahy; and maritime archaeologist Dr. Cheryl Ward, who has expertise evaluating ancient remains of wooden boats and ships.
Cost is $20 per participant, which includes breakfast and lunch. Scholarships available. Registration opens December 14; contact Shanette Rillorta, (949) 496-2274, ext. 339 or srillorta@ocean-institute.org.
Founded in 1977, the Ocean Institute is a non-profit organization dedicated to ocean preservation through education, setting the standard for educational excellence and serving as a leading resource for universities, museums, teachers and all others seeking to increase their knowledge of the ocean. The Ocean Institute is open to the general public on weekends, 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. Cost: $6.50 adults, $4.50 children (ages 4-12), Ocean Institute members free. Unique maritime and ocean-themed items are available in the Chambers Gallery everyday, 9 a.m. – 6 p.m. Institute address: 24200 Dana Point Harbor Dr., Dana Point. Website: www.ocean-institute.org.
2008 Business of the Year – The Dana Point Chamber of Commerce has selected the Ocean Institute as Dana Point’s “Business of the Year.” The award recognizes the positive contribution the Ocean Institute has made to the Dana Point community.
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Submitted By;
Jim Graves
