USF College of Marine Science

Earlier today, U.S. Rep. @realannapaulina visited campus to present a $1.5M check recognizing funds she secured that will improve coastal hazard forecasting of hurricanes, red tide and other natural hazards. We are thankful for such support that will make our communities safer!🤘

Doctoral student Olivia Blondheim describes her research on vertical oyster gardens and how citizen science is helping communities address complex environmental challenges with real-world impact. Listen to the Rising Tides Podcast here: shows.acast.com/66c499a3759212…

This week, students in the REU Making Waves program, hosted by the USF College of Marine Science, presented the results of their summer research at the USF Undergraduate Summer Research Symposium. Congrats to all participants!

When the Marine Science Laboratory caught fire in May, it wasn't just a building that was impacted — it was decades of research and a community dedicated to understanding the ocean. ow.ly/L22f50Zrmu3

On May 2nd, a devastating structure fire engulfed the @USFCMS Marine Science Laboratory, destroying equipment, disrupting research, and displacing more than 125 people. The damage was significant, but instead of stopping, a team of #USF oceanographers raced back out to sea, determined to keep critical hurricane forecasting systems running for the communities that depend on them. Bold Research. Real Impact. 🔗: bit.ly/4wjnmmW

Learn how the community has rallied behind marine scientists and helped keep vital ocean research moving forward: usf.edu/marine-science…

The Tampa Bay Times recently joined the Oceanography Camp Especially for Girls aboard the ANGARI Foundation's vessel to learn more about the marine science program, celebrating its 35th year. tampabay.com/news/education…

On May 2, a structure fire at @USFCMS caused devastating destruction and made it one of the largest emergency responses St. Pete has ever seen. Take an inside look of the first days of USF’s response to the fire ⬇️ stpetersburg.usf.edu/news/2026/insi…

Weeks after a fire at the College of Marine Science and hurricane season around the corner, researchers from the Ocean Circulation Lab were back at sea. The group services buoys in the Gulf critical to monitoring ocean conditions that fuel hurricanes. ow.ly/XaXu50Z89RL

🌊We were proud to host the annual NASA Ocean Biology and Biogeochemistry meeting! College of Marine Science researchers highlighted how they use NASA satellite data to study study water quality, harmful algal blooms, and more 🛰️

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The Ocean Circulation Lab is back on the water but not without a proper sendoff 🌊 They shared their appreciation for the St Pete Innovation District, the City of St Petersburg, and the broader community, who have shown endless support for the College of Marine Science

The College of Marine Science is proud to host the 2026 Underwater Glider User Group (UG2) workshop. UG2 was established by the Interagency Ocean Observation Committee to bolster collaboration and information exchange between glider operators, academia, and government agencies.

The USF Foundation has launched the Marine Science Operating Fund (linked below) through which people can make financial contributions to the college. Thank you for the continued support of our college and the global research we conduct. usf.to/USFMarineScien…

Dean Tom Frazer shares a message to the family, friends, and community of the College of Marine Science.

An update from @usf_pres Moez Limayem on the structure fire in the MSL building on our @usfsp campus.

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🌊 The second season of “The Rising Tides Podcast” is out now🎙️ From microbes to moorings, go behind the scenes of ocean exploration. Listen now 🎧 usf.edu/marine-science…

🌊 Claudia Barón-Aguilar, a doctoral candidate at #USF, is an Indigenous scientist from Colombia whose work brings together remote sensing, community engagement, and traditional ecological knowledge. usf.edu/marine-science…

🌊For the past 10 years, researchers from the University of South Florida College of Marine Science have embarked on bimonthly cruises, collecting critical water quality data along coastal South Florida for the Marine Biodiversity Observation Network. usf.edu/marine-science…