Celebrate Marine Biology Week with the Department of Biology!

Celebrate Marine Biology Week with the Department of Biology!

Marine Biology T-shirt Pickup Day

Friday, October 15 in the main Biology office (Adrian 206)

ALL MARINE BIOLOGY MAJORS WILL HAVE A RESERVED T-SHIRT; AFTER THAT, FIRST-COME, FIRST-SERVE FREE T-SHIRTS WILL BE AVAILABLE UNTIL THEY RUN OUT.

Kickoff event: Snorkeling trip to John Pennekamp State Park

Sunday, October 17 , 11:00 am – 7:00 pm

Requires reservations and $5 deposit with Office of Mission Engagement

Meet our Marine Biology Faculty Members

Tuesday, October 19, 4:00 to 5:00 pm in Siena 101

Our resident Marine Biologists (Dr. Robinson, Dr. Macia, and Dr. Pfeiffenberger) will share their experiences with us during the ROADS club meeting.

Marine Biology Week Keynote Speaker 

Wednesday, October 20, 12:00 – 12:45 pm Wiegand 116W

Hear from Dr. John Morrissey, Professor of Biology at Sweetbriar College, Virginia—Author of our Marine Biology textbook and shark researcher. 

Keynote speaker luncheon for attendees:  Under the main tent in front of the Chapel; boxed lunches provided for those who attend the talk. Enjoy lunch with your fellow marine biology enthusiasts (first-come-first-serve first 50 attendees).

Fun Water Day

Friday, October 22, 3:00 to 4:30 pm; Fine Arts Quadrangle

Come for some water games, touch-tank experiences, and an overall good time together celebrating Marine Biology. Light snacks will be provided.