New research provides guidance for effective public messaging about invasive species prevention
Researchers found that a direct, factual approach was effective and avoided the unwanted connotations that other types of message framing may have.
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Aquaculture Days virtual event connects public with fish farmers and local fish
Great Lakes Aquaculture Days 2021 shines a spotlight on six unique fish-farming operations in the region. Participants in this free event will learn about a range of aquaculture methods.
Sea Grant staffer appointed to Wisconsin Council on Tourism
Wisconsin Sea Grant’s Natalie Chin was recently appointed by Governor Tony Evers to the Wisconsin Council on Tourism.
Sea Grant wins communications awards
Sea Grant won two communications awards in an international competition sponsored by Apex. Awards are based on excellence in graphic design, editorial content, and the ability to achieve overall communications effectiveness. APEX Grand Awards honor the outstanding works in each main category, while APEX Awards of Excellence recognize exceptional entries in each of the individual Read more about Sea Grant wins communications awards[…]
“A River of Poems” Book Spans the World
Poets from around the world responded to our call for river poems for our River Talks speaker series. We compiled their chosen submissions into a booklet that is available for free download.
Four Wisconsin finalists among those chosen for the 2022 John A. Knauss Marine Policy Fellowship Program
The latest class of finalists for the prestigious program includes four from Wisconsin: Becky Curtis, Elizabeth McNamee, Samm Newton and Theresa Vander Woude.
New marine sanctuary adds protections for historic Lake Michigan shipwrecks
In late June, NOAA designated the Wisconsin Shipwreck Coast National Marine Sanctuary in the fresh, cold waters of Lake Michigan.
Sea Grant Advisory Council member to deliver Capitol Hill briefing
Deb DeLuca, executive director of the Duluth Seaway Port Authority, is part of a panel that will deliver a virtual Capitol Hill briefing.
New aquaculture paper produced; will be first in a series
Dr. Ryan Newton’s paper describes the importance of microorganisms in freshwater aquaponics.
Beach Ambassadors fill vital role on Milwaukee beach
This summer on Bradford Beach in Milwaukee, swimmers might notice people in light blue T-shirts pushing an ice cream cart across the sand. Instead of frozen treats, the cart contains brochures and other information that beachgoers need to keep safe.