Moore Marine College

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Moore Marine College — Where the Ocean is Your Classroom
With access to research vessels, expert faculty, and 60+ days of fieldwork built into our programs, we don’t just teach marine biology—we live it.

05/19/2026

Join us for the Marine Biodiversity Data Sharing Workshop! 🌊📊

In collaboration with the Institute for Marine Remote Sensing at the College of Marine Science, Moore Marine College is excited to offer this hands-on workshop focused on publishing, sharing, and managing marine biodiversity data for research and conservation.

🗓️ June 15–17, 2026 📍 In-person at USF St. Petersburg

Spots are limited, so be sure to register soon using the link in our bio!

05/14/2026

Recently, some of our Moore Marine College students participated in beach cleanups around Tampa Bay! 🌊♻️

Projects like these give our students the opportunity to get hands-on with conservation efforts that directly benefit our local marine ecosystems and coastal wildlife.

As summer approaches and more people head to the beaches, remember to leave only your footprints behind and help us keep our coastlines clean for the animals that call them home. 🐚☀️

05/03/2026

We’re so proud of our Moore Marine College students, Aziz Hassanali, Grace Kim, and Luke Tannenbaum, for presenting at the Florida Marine Science Educators Association conference at Florida Atlantic University Harbor Branch Oceanographic Institute! 🌊📊

Their poster, “Data-Driven Sampling: The Role of Indicator Species in Shark and Ray Research,” highlighted ongoing research conducted by and the college, using real data collected in the field to share insights on shark and ray conservation.

Opportunities like this allow students to gain valuable experience presenting within the scientific community while building confidence, strengthening communication skills, and making meaningful connections in the field!

04/23/2026

Join us on the water this summer! 🌊🦈

At CMERA and Moore Marine College, we believe hands-on education is the most powerful way to learn. Spend your summer days on our research vessels learning how to tag, handle, and safely release local shark and ray species alongside experienced researchers.

Whether you’re a student looking to build real field experience or a local or visitor wanting to get involved in marine conservation, this is an opportunity to learn by doing.

Enrollment for our Summer Research Program closes March 31 and spots are limited. Apply online now before it’s too late! ⛴️

https://www.coastalmera.com/Application

04/23/2026

Happy Earth Day from CMERA and Moore Marine College! 🌎🌊

We were honored to welcome WUSF’s Steve Newborn and Daylina Miller out on the water today for a beautiful day of shark and ray research led by CMERA & Moore Marine College President Alan Moore, alongside our college students.

From interviews to demonstrating how we safely tag southern stingrays, our students helped showcase the kind of hands-on field research we’ll be conducting every day this summer and why this work matters.

Thank you to our reporters and students for spending Earth Day advancing marine conservation right here in Tampa Bay!

🦈 Learn more about our upcoming Summer Shark & Ray Research Program or enroll in classes at the link in our bio.

04/10/2026

🦈 Hear from Dr. Cara Estes on what makes field research such a powerful part of the learning experience at Moore Marine College.

From the classroom to the open water, our students gain real, hands-on experience working alongside active researchers in the field.

Whether you join us for a summer program with CMERA or enroll as a student, this is where marine science comes to life.

👉 Learn more at the link in our bio!

04/02/2026

We had a great time visiting a college fair in Escambia County, Florida and connecting with the next generation of students interested in marine biology!

It was a pleasure sharing more about career paths in the field and the unique opportunities available through an education at Moore Marine College.

We’re always excited to meet future marine scientists and help them take the first step toward their goals. 🌊

03/26/2026

Early enrollment ends March 31! 🦈

Learn real shark field research methods in our 4-week, fully online certificate course, built for students and anyone looking to break into marine science.

✔️ Self-paced (learn on your schedule)
✔️ 4-6 hours per week
✔️ Certificate of Completion

Check out the link in our bio to enroll!