It’s been 50 years since we first hosted our first university field courses in 1972!


It’s been 50 years since we first hosted our first university field courses in 1972!

Examining a process of speciation – a photo journal by Chelsea Wallace Levitan

With your gift we can purchase a new Cope and enable us to provide life-changing exploration and discovery for students in these coastal environments.

The publication arises from a Directed studies project examining the effects of perceived competition and water temperature on the functional responses of the invasive European green crab, Carcinus maenas, and the native graceful rock crab Metacarcinus gracilis.

We are seeking a TA for Marine Invertebrate Zoology, May 9 – June 17, 2022.

This research revealed a surprising difference in predatory behaviour between the two crab species!
Leona was a long-time friend, philanthropist and champion of the BMSC.

Over the next 10 months, our Interns will be supporting marine science education on the west coast.

Summer applications due March 1, Fall applications due March 31, to be eligible for scholarships.