Zen4Blue Marine Science Field Course
A New Way To Learn
We are so excited to announce that the Zen4Blue Marine Science Field Course is officially open!
Inspired by our Founder’s favorite industrious marine biologist, Ed Ricketts, creator of Pacific Biological laboratory in 1924; the vision to create Zen4Blue Marine Science Field Course was born. The vision was simple; anyone with a passion for the ocean and its unique creatures was welcome to join the specimen collection and research studies no matter your background.
That legacy Became modern Reality with Zen4Blue's Field Training grand opening in Fall of 2024 in honor of 100 years of marine science research!
Much like Ricketts, Founder and CEO of Zen4Blue, Beverly Williams, studied various sciences in academia, but was persuaded by her passion for marine sciences to dive into an environmental consultant career in lieu of pursuing the time consuming pathway of advanced education. As she expanded in her career she realized the future generations did not have access to marine field experience outside of academia and wanted to share her passion.
“The PHME Program is a unique marine vocational experience. It brings aspiring marine biologists together to collaborate on their own aquatic projects and learn technical skills to launch their careers. Our hope is to bring their vision to life; to help them share in our common goal of saving marine life and restoring our ocean resources for future generations.”
— Beverly Williams, Founder, CEO
At Zen4Blue the goal is to provide an opportunity for individuals with a desire to enter into the marine science career path to gain hands-on experience working on aquatic projects outside the rigorous and competitive requirements of academia. The PHME program is geared towards those who may not necessarily have the financial means to pursue advanced degrees and for those who excel better outside the classroom environment. Each year, candidates will be selected to participate in current projects at the zen4blue marine science center or launch their own project with opportunities to learn technical writing, laboratory skills and gain field knowledge by collaborating with our team of mentors.
If you or someone you know would be interested in applying for the program:
Email us at phme@zen4blue.org
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The Zen4Blue Marine Science Field Course by design is available for aspiring marine scientists, environmental technical writers and the community. Zen4Blue will host a variety of field activities, environmental awareness community events, and internships that work in tandem with other Zen4Blue mission programs.
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