Community Development
Coastal Marine Biolabs Launches Inaugural Harbor Science Program
The Ventura Commerce and Education Foundation
is pleased to be supporting the efforts and development of the Coastal
Marine Biolabs. The VCEF has served as a facilitator in introducing
the new school to educators within the county and to assist in
identifying potential opportunities for grant funding and student
scholarships.
Located in the heart of Ventura Harbor, Coastal Marine Biolabs (CMB)
offers innovative, inquiry based science experiences to prepare high
school students for entry into the biotechnology workforce and to give
them a competitive edge for college and university admissions.
The
9-day Integrative Biosciences Program includes: Applied laboratory
of field training under the mentorship of research scientists, scuba
certification by diving professionals, science-based field excursions to
the Channel Islands National Marine Sanctuary, nine days accommodations
at the Holiday Inn Express (within a short walking distance from CMB),
meal plan from participating Ventura Harbor restaurants.
Inaugural 2007 summer sessions began June 22 and repeat through
September. For application materials and a complete program
description, please call 805-289-9275or visit the CMB website
www.coastalmarinebiolabs.org.
Coastal Marine Biolabs is a 501(c)(3) non-profit educational
organization. Donations in any denomination to support scholarship
opportunities for area high school students can be made by contacting
Dr. Ralph Imondi or Dr. Linda Santschi.
