News
December 8, 2005
New Report Urges Restoration to Repair Immune System Of Great Lakes to Avoid Ecosystem Collapse
The immune system of the Great Lakes is breaking down and the ecosystem is in danger of collapse, according to a new report released today by the region’s leading scientists. Read full story
November 10, 2005
Go with the FLOW: Great Lakes Science Curriculum Available Online
Teaching young people about the Great Lakes just a got a little easier. Read full story
November 1, 2005
What's New & Notable: Fisheries Learning on the Web is GLIN Site of the Month
Fisheries Learning on the Web, a new educational web site designed by Michigan Sea Grant, was selected as the Great Lakes Commission - GLIN Site of the Month for November. Read full story
October 28, 2005
Joseph Appointed Outreach Coordinator For Great Lakes and Human Health Center
Sonia T. Joseph has been appointed Sea Grant Extension educator and outreach coordinator for the NOAA (National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration) Center of Excellence for Great Lakes and Human Health in Ann Arbor. Read full story
September 14, 2005
Michigan Sea Grant Receives $ 2.597 Million in Federal Support
Sens. Carl Levin and Debbie Stabenow, both D-Mich., announced today that National Oceanographic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA)-National Sea Grant has awarded Michigan Sea Grant nearly $2.6 million over two years to support Great Lakes research, education and outreach programs. Read full story
August 23, 2005
Detroit River conservation initiatives to be recognized at White House Conference on Cooperative Conservation
Over the past several years, a unique coalition of community, business, education and governmental groups have quietly endeavored to revitalize the Detroit River and its surrounding areas. Read full story
July 25, 2005
NEEDED: Hydrilla Hunters to Search for a Most Unwanted Species
It’s summertime, and Michigan Sea Grant is looking for volunteers to check the state’s Great Lakes bays, inland lakes and other waterways for the invasive plant Hydrilla verticillata. Read full story
June 24, 2005
Summer Discovery Cruises highlight art, science and history of Lake St. Clair, lower Detroit River
The history and beauty of Lake St. Clair and the lower Detroit River come to life in July and August during this year's Summer Discovery Cruises, two-hour guided boat tours highlighting the science and natural features of these two waterways. Read full story
June 6, 2005
National rip current awareness week began June 5
State, regional and national organizations are calling attention to deadly rip currents that can form in the Great Lakes and oceans. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration's (NOAA's) Weather Service, Ocean Service, and National Sea Grant College have designated the week of June 5 as national Rip Current Awareness Week. Read full story
May 23, 2005
Sea Grant Regional Great Lakes Rip Currents Conference features hazards forecasting
In recent years, more than 20 people have died along the shores of the Great Lakes, and rip currents have been known to cause such deaths. A regional conference featuring experts on this dangerous phenomenon is scheduled June 2 at the Great Lakes Visitor Center on M-116 in Ludington State Park near Ludington, Michigan. Read full story
May 12, 2005
U-M and MSU partner to improve Traverse City's downtown
The University of Michigan and Michigan State University are teaming up with the Traverse City community to rebuild the connection between the city and its waterfront. Read full story
April 04, 2005
Workshops, Meetings Scheduled to Discuss Status of Lake Huron Fishery
The status and future of Lake Huron's fishery are the topics of a series of workshops being conducted in April by Michigan Sea Grant, in cooperation with the Michigan State University Extension Service and the Department of Natural Resources. Read full story
January 20, 2005
Conference Focuses On Fish Farming (Aquaculture) And Ponds
If you’ve been thinking about creating a pond on your property or are considering aquaculture (fish farming), you can get information from university and other experts by attending the 2005 Michigan Aquaculture Association (MAA) conference and annual meeting Feb. 10-11, at the East Lansing Clarion Hotel. Read full story
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