Research Scholars

Marine Science

1. Ocean science research is integral for a sustainable future.

2. The ocean overs 70% of Earth's surface and provides food, energy, materials, transportation, and is a place for religious or recreational practices. Climate change, land-based pollution, habitat degradation, coastal development, non-sustainable resource extraction are some examples of threats to our ocean health.

3. More than 40% of the global population lives along the coast. Coastal communities, especially low-income communities will face

4. Coastal communities are directly affected by changing climates. San Diego is experiencing rising seas, coastal erosion, loss of biodiversity, and marine heat waves exacerbated by El Nino cycles.

1. Increase interest in marine science careers through authentic, place-based research experiences

2. Connect Scripps Institution of Oceanography (SIO) graduate students, professors, research affiliates, and alumni to mentorship and community engagement opportunities with research scholar students

3. Inspire and support the next generation of diverse ocean stewards and advocates for their community by engaging in science communication

4. Increase diversity and representation in STEM fields by providing access to ECO Pre-College Programs through scholarships to support high school and community college students from low income, first-generation and foster youth backgrounds in San Diego Region

https://extendedstudies.ucsd.edu/news-and-events/division-of-extended-studies-blog/September-2021/New-Marine-Science-Program-Empowers-Teens-to-Becom