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WSG NEWS
WSG Director update: Our federal funding status
On Friday, April 11, news outlets began reporting on the Trump Administration’s proposal to make deep cuts to NOAA funding, including completely eliminating NOAA’s Office of Oceanic and Atmospheric Research (OAR). Uncertainties around the continuation of federal funding have now grown significantly, causing concern for the future of our program.
New research reveals genetic insights key to eelgrass restoration efforts
A WSG-funded study shows that nature, not just nurture, explains whether eelgrass flowers.
Who brings your seafood to you? An interview with Jesse Holden, fisherman, shellfish farmer and geoduck diver
WSG spoke to Jesse Holden about his seafood business, diving for geoduck, and more.
Researchers to map the genome of invasive European green crab
With state funding, WSG will work with Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife and the Woods Hole Oceanographic institution to shed light on a highly invasive species.
Economic Recovery Corps Fellow Jessika Tantisook helps to shape a resilient ocean economy on Washington’s Pacific coast
In her role, Tantisook is helping local governments on the Pacific coast to build capacity and further their economic development goals.
Tacoma SOTA Wins the 2025 Orca Bowl Competition
Recap of the 2025 Orca Bowl Competition hosted by Washington Sea Grant.
Spring 2025 WSG Director update
WSG continues to provide value to Washington state.
Steller sea lion scat and science communications
A fellow reflects on her Washington Sea Grant-supported research opportunity.
Where is Washington Sea Grant?
Explore the Washington Sea Grant Story Map by clicking any point on the map – and learn what we are up to around the State!
EVENTS
Heaven on the Half Shell Talk | Tacoma, April 17
Explore the significant historical and cultural role that oysters have played in the Pacific Northwest. Join authors David George Gordon, Samantha Larson, and Mary Ann Barron Wagner as they discuss their book, Heaven on the Half Shell. Afterward, discover why Washington’s oysters are celebrated as a world-renowned culinary delicacy in a demonstration and tasting led by master shucker David Leck.
Planners’ Briefing for Puget Sound Parcel-Scale Sea Level Rise Vulnerability Assessment | Virtual, April 18
This webinar introduces a project funded by the Habitat Strategic Initiative Lead that will improve upon a spatial analysis of SLR vulnerability initially developed between 2020-2023, intended to inform land use, ecological restoration, and hazard planning in Puget Sound. The assessment will re-calculate an SLR vulnerability index for every parcel within an SLR hazard zone, based both on the configuration of infrastructure and coastal habitats within the study area.
Fisherman First Aid and Safety Training (FFAST) | Westport, April 24-25
The Fishermen First Aid and Safety Training (FFAST) course is a two-day intensive first aid course. It was built to help commercial fishermen prevent and treat injuries they are likely to encounter at sea.
COASTAL CAFÉ
Funding and Fellowships
Washington Applied Sustainability Internship
An undergraduate summer internship program designed to link dedicated engineering, chemistry, sustainability and environmental sciences students with business and industry in Washington.
Applications due: April 18, 2025
Washington Sea Grant 2025 Request for Proposals
Washington Sea Grant (WSG) requests proposals for the funding cycle beginning February 1, 2026. Research must address issues of importance in Washington’s marine and coastal waters.
Letters of intent deadline: February 25, 2025
Full Proposal Deadline: April 22, 2025
Host a WSG Hershman Fellow
The WSG Hershman Fellowship program welcomes state, tribal and federal agencies and nonprofit organizations based in Washington state to host a WSG Hershman Fellow. Interested host offices are invited to submit an application to WSG. On the WSG Hershman Fellowship page, scroll down to “Information for Hosts.”
Applications due: April 30, 2025
Washington Sea Grant Hershman Fellowship
A unique educational opportunity for soon-to-finish graduate students engaged in studies pertaining to ocean and coastal policy issues, this one-year, paid marine policy fellowship matches highly motivated, qualified individuals with host agencies, nonprofits or tribes throughout Washington state.
Applications due: May 2, 2025