Public Education, Outreach & Community Engagement

Public education and outreach have been important activities at VIMS since its founding in 1940. We strive to reach diverse audiences, provide increased access to information and experiences in marine science, and inspire and empower individuals to make informed decisions that enhance the health and sustainability of coastal communities and marine and coastal systems.

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Public Programs - Tell a Friend! Quick link: Public Programs Help others learn about coastal systems, marine creatures, the Chesapeake Bay, and the solutions-focused science we do at VIMS by recommending our public programs. VIMS regularly offers: Public Tours After Hours Lecture VIMS Speaker's Bureau Annual Marine Science Day Discovery Labs School programs Summer programs for kids Marine Life Day at our Eastern Shore Lab (ESL) Ocean science education resources for diverse audiences Professional development for teachers Science communication training for graduate students Annual Chef's Seafood Symposium for the culinary community.
Broader Impacts Support at VIMS The VIMS Broader Impact Practitioners are a team of professionals who help foster science communication across and beyond the VIMS campus community and coordinate education and outreach programs for external audiences. VIMS BI Practitioners often collaborate with VIMS scientists to assist in the development and implementation of BI components of research proposals. VIMS researchers, including graduate students, looking for assistance with Broader Impacts are encouraged to review the list of VIMS BI Practitioners and contact Lisa Lawrence (x7608) for additional information.

Public Programs - Tell a Friend!

Broader Impacts Support at VIMS