Virtual Marine Science Summer Camp Ages 8-18
The Marine Science Research Institute (MSRI) Virtual Summer Camp at Jacksonville University is for students ages 8-18. This camp will make marine sciences inclusive and accessible to youth from around the globe to foster curiosity, encourage learning, understand pathways to careers in marine science, and understand the current work being done to conserve our blue planet by participating organizations. Supporting students from all walks of life, this virtual camp will feature 5 days of collaborative hosted content, providing a holistic view of marine sciences and potential career paths in STEM fields.
To take part in the Virtaul Summer Camp join us on YouTube:
July 20th - Kickoff, JU & OCEARCH, Marine Science experiments, Ocean drifters
with JU, OCEARCH, St. Johns Riverkeeper and The Science of...
Session Topics & Speakers
- 11:00 AM: JU-OCEARCH w/ Dr. Franks, LoBuglio, & Hooten Q&A
- 1:00 PM: Marine Science experiments w/ Dr. Simmons and St Johns Riverkeeper’s Emily Floore
- 3:00 PM: Ocean drifters & Q&A w/ Dr. Stalker & special guest(s)
July 21st - TBA
with SharkCon
Session Topics & Speakers
- 11:00 AM: SharkCon
- 1:00 PM: SharkCon
- 3:00 PM: SharkCon
July 22nd - Marine Megafauna
with Sharks4Kids, The Science of... and Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens
Session Topics & Speakers
- 11:00 AM: The Science Of… manatee Q&A w/ Dr. Pinto followed by coral reef ecology and a 19th century sea shanty with Dr. Dan McCarthy
- 1:00 PM: Sharks4Kids: Introduction to sharks with Chloe Prayon
- 3:00 PM: The Science Of… sea turtles Q&A w/ Jacksonville Zoo Conservation Program Officer Lucas Meers
July 23rd - White Shark Research & Fishing for Science
with OCEARCH
Session Topics & Speakers
- 11:00 AM: OCEARCH Presentation, Lindsay
- 1:00 PM: White Shark and OCEARCH Presentation, Lindsay
- 3:00 PM: Minorities In Shark Sciences with Jasmin Graham and Amani Webber-Schultz
July 24th - Careers in Marine Science
with JU, Crowley and JAXPORT
Session Topics & Speakers
- 11:00 AM: Marine Career Discussions with Daniel Smith, Dr. Lena Schulze, Jill Christoferson, and Tom Martin
- 1:00 PM: Crowley presentations with audience participation
- 3:00 PM: JAXPORT presentations with audience participation
Camp Supplies Needed
Helpful supplies to have on hand when trying out some marine science experiments along with Dr. Melinda Simmons:
- Three clear containers of the same size (Measuring cups or ball jars with measurements on the side are ideal, but regular drinking glasses will suffice.)
- Measuring spoons
- Salt (sugar can be used instead)
- Liquid food coloring (the gel type will not work)
- Liquids of varying densities such as: honey, syrup, dishwashing soup, water, different types of oils, rubbing alcohol
- Objects of varying densities such as: a nut or bolt, a grape or cherry tomato, glitter
- Warm water
- Ice cubes
- Slotted spoon (a piece of screen or fork will work too)
- Three stir sticks (chopsticks, spoons, butter knives, etc. can be used as long as all three implements are identical)
- Paper
- Pen
If you do not have all of these supplies, do not fret! Participate with what you have available for hands-on fun or participate by posting comments and questions in our YouTube Live comments section.
Registration
Registration is now live!
Contact Us
Questions please call (904) 256-7766, or email us at msrisummercamp@ju.edu
Support MSRI Camps
The MSRI virtual summer camp is free thanks to the support of our partners. This week-long virtual camp allows students around the globe to learn about marine science, take part in science activities at home, and identify pathways to marine-related careers. To celebrate this learning opportunity and support the work of the Marine Science Research Institute, please consider making a gift today. You may designate your gift below. Thank you for investing in Jacksonville University.
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