Program Overview

New Hampshire Sea Grant Programs

The New Hampshire Sea Grant offers various programs for education, research, and community engagement. These programs aim to promote a better understanding of the marine environment and its importance to the community.

Education Programs

The New Hampshire Sea Grant provides several education programs, including:

• K-12 Programs: These programs are designed to educate students about the marine environment and its importance. They include:
  • Climate in the Classroom
  • Coastal Floating Lab
  • Day of the Coast
  • SeaTrek Programs
  • Field Science Discovery Program
  • Summer Library Program
• College Courses: The New Hampshire Sea Grant offers various college courses related to marine science and ocean engineering.
• Events & Excursions: These events provide opportunities for the community to engage with the marine environment and learn about its importance. They include:
  • Cruises
  • Family Boat Building
  • Ocean Discovery Day

Research Programs

The New Hampshire Sea Grant conducts research in various areas, including:

• Aquaculture: This program focuses on the development of sustainable aquaculture practices.
• CoastWise: This program aims to promote coastal resilience and adaptability.
• Coastal Resilience: This program focuses on understanding and mitigating the impacts of climate change on coastal communities.
• Fisheries: This program conducts research on fisheries management and sustainability.
• Invasive Species: This program aims to prevent the introduction and spread of invasive species in the marine environment.
• Marine Debris: This program focuses on reducing marine debris and promoting sustainable waste management practices.
• Offshore Energy: This program conducts research on the development of offshore energy resources.
• Water Quality: This program monitors and improves water quality in the marine environment.

Fellowship Programs

The New Hampshire Sea Grant offers several fellowship programs, including:

• Doyle Undergraduate Fellowship: This fellowship provides funding and support for undergraduate students conducting research in marine science.
• Graduate Student Fellowships: These fellowships provide funding and support for graduate students conducting research in marine science.
• Knauss Marine Policy Fellowship: This fellowship provides funding and support for graduate students pursuing careers in marine policy.
• NMFS-Sea Grant Joint Fellowship Program: This fellowship provides funding and support for graduate students conducting research in marine science and management.
• NOAA Coastal Management Fellowship: This fellowship provides funding and support for graduate students pursuing careers in coastal management.

Volunteer Programs

The New Hampshire Sea Grant offers several volunteer programs, including:

• Coastal Research Volunteers: This program provides opportunities for community members to participate in research projects and contribute to the understanding of the marine environment.
• UNH Marine Docent Program: This program provides training and support for community members to become marine docents and educate others about the marine environment.
• Volunteer Opportunities with Our Partners: The New Hampshire Sea Grant partners with other organizations to provide volunteer opportunities for community members.