Science of Conservation Marine Scholarship Program

A partnership-based scholarship program designed to assist students furthering their marine science education at world-class marine research facilities.

Background: The program emphasizes joint efforts to improve understanding of the marine environment and enhance the role that recreational anglers can play as stewards of shared marine resources.

Geographic Scope: United States, with initial focus on Gulf of Mexico region and expanding to other regions.

Eligible Institutions:

• Harte Research Institute (HRI) for Gulf of Mexico Studies at Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi (primary location)
• Marine science centers in other regions (as program expands)

Focus Areas: Marine science education with emphasis on:

• Fisheries science and conservation
• Estuarine water quality and ecosystem processes
• Aquaculture and mariculture
• Fish and benthic community assessment
• Migratory patterns and artificial reef habitat use of fisheries species

Award Structure:

• Initial year (2018): 4 scholarships
• Program expanded with additional partners (BP and CCA Music City Chapter) to offer scholarships at multiple marine science centers

Partners: Shimano, BP, CCA Music City Chapter, Harte Research Institute

Program Goals: To invest in the next generation of marine scientists and prepare them to be leaders in marine resource management and conservation.

Application Process

Application Opening: Applications traditionally open in May (based on 2018 program launch timeline)

Submission: Contact the Harte Research Institute for application details and submission requirements

Selection Criteria: Recipients are selected based on merit and commitment to marine science education and conservation

Contact for Details: HRI@TAMUCC.EDU or visit www.scienceofconservation.org