For 45 years, UNCW MarineQuest has provided enriching academic opportunities for young people interested in the marine environment. By building on the strengths of UNCW faculty, staff, students and facilities, we provide:
- Academically enriching programs that provide youth with relevant university experiences
- UNCW students with experiential and service-learning engagement opportunities
- Community, faculty, and staff with outreach partnerships
MarineQuest's mission is to provide the preK-12 community opportunities to explore, discover, and value our marine habitats and encourage them to develop into environmentally responsible adults.
To achieve this, we offer programming throughout the summer and academic year, as well as school field trips to bring marine science to the public. Our programs are for all ages, from pre-school through pre-college, with UNCW research and Ocean Literacy curriculum, our activities are designed to make the learning process fun and engaging.
Whether students experience MarineQuest through research dives, exploring the marsh, or making a scientific discovery in the lab, they’ll be making waves in environmental science.
Working with Minors
We take our work with minors very seriously. To do this, we follow policies and procedures set to prepare us and the minors that join us for a successful experience. Please review our policies and procedures for more information.
