marine science
Sojka, Warren attend Ocean Observatories Initiative workshops for marine science major
Both workshops were conducted by the Ocean Observatories Initiative (OOI), a National Science Foundation-funded, science-driven ocean observing network that delivers real-time data from more than 900 instruments to address critical science questions regarding the world’s oceans. ... READ MORE >>
Students begin summer research on the Eastern Shore of Virginia
The project brings together two fields—marine science and computer science—that, at first glance, might not seem like a natural fit.... READ MORE >>
New marine science major opens world of opportunities for students
Randolph’s new marine science program is one of the only programs of its kind in Virginia. ... READ MORE >>
Transfer student Q&A: Sydney Preas ’26
This is part of a series profiling Randolph College transfer students. ... READ MORE >>
New Randolph exhibit focuses on marine plastic pollution
“Entangled and Ingested,” which opens Jan. 12 in Hampson Commons, located in the Student Center, features seven life-sized collage portraits using plastic film to document animals that are harmed by marine plastic pollution.... READ MORE >>
Students visit Eastern Shore of Virginia for marine science field trip
Over several days, they assisted scientists at the University of Virginia’s Coastal Research Center with water quality monitoring.... READ MORE >>
Randolph announces new academic programs
Some of the programs, including computer science, marine science, and criminal justice/criminology, will be introduced for fall 2023. ... READ MORE >>
Hailey Gilman ’22 conducts research on NSF-funded vessel
STEMSEAS is a program that provides ship-based experiences for students aboard National Science Foundation-funded research vessels.... READ MORE >>
Students looking for a faster way to study benthic microalgal communities
Sarah Sojka and her students are studying benthic microalgae, an important part of the seagrass community, to see how they’ve been impacted by a seagrass restoration project on the Eastern Shore of Virginia. ... READ MORE >>
Alumnae scientists return for Women in Science Panel
Maddy Carmain ’13, Quay Dortch ’70, and Scotti Estes ’76 discussed their lifelong passion for discovery during the Randolph College Science Festival’s Women in Science Panel on Friday. Carmain read National Geographic growing up, itching to learn more about nature. Estes was so drawn to it that, at age 7 or 8, she filled her... READ MORE >>
