The award recognizes Rep. Joe Courtney for continued support of the Sea Grant program, including the research, outreach, and education programs that support coastal communities, the economy and ecosystems.
Author: Judy Benson
Cleaner Mystic River could give shellfishermen room to grow
When the sewage treatment plant on the Mystic River was upgraded in 2015, probably few community residents here imagined local shellfish farmers might benefit, let alone oyster and clam growers across the country. But that’s a possibility, depending on the results of a $300,000 federally funded testing project now underway.
NOAA scholarships open doors for Connecticut students
In 2017, three of the 10-week paid internships available through the Ernest F. Hollings Undergraduate Scholarship program went to students from Connecticut universities. A fourth Hollings Scholar came from a college in Tennessee for an internship at the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration’s fisheries lab in Milford.
National Sea Grant highlights CT aquaculture, economic impact
Two new fact sheets from National Sea Grant highlight the work of the 33 Sea Grant offices across the country in advancing aquaculture and helping promote growth of the coastal economy. Connecticut Sea Grant’s contributions to establishment of new shellfish and seaweed farms and retention of existing ones are featured.
Symposium focuses on successes, pitfalls of eco-friendly projects
“Site Development for Our Changing Weather Patterns,” a symposium focusing on what’s working and what to watch out for in eco-friendly development, will take place from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. March 22 at the UConn Middlesex County Extension Office in Haddam.
One of our partners shares her thoughts on CT Sea Grant
Beth Sullivan, the Stonington town chair for the Avalonia Land Conservancy, wrote about the work of CT Sea Grant in her community and beyond in this recent post on the land trust’s website.
Statement from CT Sea Grant director about federal budget
CT Sea Grant Director Sylvain De Guise issued a statement updating the status of the budget for Sea Grant, addressing President Trump’s budget for fiscal year 2019 which proposed the elimination of all 33 Sea Grant programs.
‘Unfiltered’ exhibit now at Avery Point showcases images of water
Selected paintings, photographs and other works from “Unfiltered: An Exhibition about Water,” are on display through early May at the Branford House at UConn Avery Point. The exhibit is a collaboration of several UConn departments and programs, including Connecticut Sea Grant.
Quahog Bowl 2018: ‘real learning experience’ with exciting finish
In the ninth and final round of the 21st annual Quahog Bowl on Feb. 3 at UConn Avery Point, the teams from Ledyard and Glastonbury high schools stood neck-and-neck until the last question.
Presentation about shellfish aquaculture a big draw in Stonington
About 100 people curious about the Stonington’s historic and current experience with shellfish aquaculture came to the La Grua Center on Jan. 29 for the chance to learn from some experts and ask questions.