Looking back on 50 years: Longtime WSG staff reflect on their work
In honor of the program’s golden anniversary, we asked four current and former staff to reflect on what they have accomplished here
From the Winter 2021-2022 Sea Star
By Grace Freeman, WSG Science Communications Fellow
Based in Seattle and housed within the University of Washington’s College of the Environment, Washington Sea Grant (WSG) celebrated 50 years in 2021.
Watch: 50th Anniversary Commemorative Video
Washington Sea Grant celebrates 50 years of service in Washington State in 2021. Take a look back over 50 years in this commemorative video celebrating Washington Sea Grant’s contributions to our state and look forward to another 50 years ahead.
Read moreLooking back on 50 years: Former Director Louis Echols championed Washington Sea Grant through partnerships and mentorship
In honor of the 50th anniversary of Washington Sea Grant, we’re sharing reflections from current and former longtime staff about their work.
Serving as director for over 22 years, Louis Echols’ influence on Washington Sea Grant’s (WSG) mission can be seen throughout our community.
Looking back on 50 years: Jeff Adams, a naturalist at heart who brings marine science to the community
In honor of the 50th anniversary of Washington Sea Grant, we’re sharing reflections from current and former longtime staff about their work.
By Grace Freeman, WSG Science Communications Fellow
In the 15 years that marine ecologist Jeff Adams has worked at Washington Sea Grant (WSG), the success of his work has largely relied on community involvement.
Watch: WSG 50th Anniversary Celebration
In case you missed the live event, you can now stream the recording of Washington Sea Grant’s 50th Anniversary Celebration. Enjoy!
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Washington Sea Grant, based at the University of Washington, helps people and marine life thrive through research, technical expertise and education supporting the responsible use and conservation of coastal ecosystems.
Looking back on 50 years: Sen. Warren G. Magnuson
In honor of the 50th anniversary of Washington Sea Grant, we’re digging through our photo archive to share moments from our program’s history.
Senator Warren G. Magnuson, rumored to be pictured here advocating for the establishment of Washington Sea Grant (c.
Remembering Crystal Dingler, Mayor of Ocean Shores
We were deeply saddened to learn of the death of Crystal Dingler, who was mayor of Ocean Shores, Washington. Dingler partnered with Washington Sea Grant on many projects, especially on initiatives geared toward building greater economic resilience in Grays Harbor County.
Read moreLooking back on 50 years: Research collaboration with Washington graduate students
In honor of the 50th anniversary of Washington Sea Grant, we’re digging through our photo archive to share moments from our program’s history. Here is a photo from the 1980’s of WSG researcher Dr.
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