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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
WSG Seaweed Office Hours | Virtual, April 24
Drop-in office hours for all your seaweed information needs! Zoom link available by clicking the event above.
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.
From Sea to Soil: Building Resilience for a Healthy Island | Vashon, May 2
Join WSU Extension, VashonBePrepared, and Vashon Nature Center for an event sponsored by the Coastal Hazards Organizational Resilience Team (COHORT) for a series of workshops designed to help Island residents build climate resilience at home and contribute to a more self-sufficient, sustainable Island community.
COASTAL CAFÉ
Funding and Fellowships
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