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SUMMARY:Distinguished Speaker Series: Mark Girardeau
DESCRIPTION:[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” global_colors_info=”{}” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_image src=”https://oceaninstitute.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/Screen-Shot-2022-01-10-at-1.08.51-PM.png” _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”] \nThe Ocean Institute’s Distinguished Speaker Series\, presented by the Nicholas Endowment\, brings interesting innovations\, real-world research\, exotic experiences\, and delightful discoveries to the surface through powerful presentations from an ocean of experts. Speakers present on a variety of topics ranging from ocean researchers\, ocean authors\, ocean artists\, and ocean athletes. \nLight snacks & refreshments available for purchase at event. \n[/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2\,1_2″ _builder_version=”4.16″ locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ admin_label=”Column” _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.25.1″ custom_margin=”|43px||||” custom_padding=”1px|||||” global_colors_info=”{}”] \nCapture the Wild: An Evening with Renowned Wildlife Photographer\, Mark Girardeau\n[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text disabled_on=”off|off|off” _builder_version=”4.25.1″ hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″] \nJoin Ocean Institute in welcoming Mark Girardeau as he shares his stories and experiences from photographing wildlife in Southern California; including his favorite photos taken locally and how he got them\, showing off some of his different camera equipment that captures images of mountain lions\, whales\, eagles and everything in between. Prints of Mark’s work will also be available for sale! \n[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.25.1″ hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″] \nWednesday\, June 12 \n5:30 pm – 8:00 pm \nDoors open at 5:30 pm\, and talk begins at 6:00 pm \n$10  – General \nFREE – Members  \nFREE – Students (with Valid ID) \n  \n[/et_pb_text][et_pb_button button_url=”https://tickets.oceaninstitute.org/mainstore?vid=0#cat1241″ button_text=”Tickets” _builder_version=”4.25.1″ button_text_color=”#ffffff” button_bg_color=”#e02b20″ global_colors_info=”{}”][/et_pb_button][/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ admin_label=”Column” _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_image src=”https://oceaninstitute.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Screen-Shot-2024-05-30-at-4.42.24-PM.png” title_text=”Screen Shot 2024-05-30 at 4.42.24 PM” _builder_version=”4.25.1″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][/et_pb_image][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2\,1_2″ disabled_on=”off|off|off” _builder_version=”4.25.1″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.25.1″ link_font=”||||on|||#0C71C3|” link_text_color=”#0C71C3″ custom_margin=”|||14px||” link_option_url=”https://www.ocearch.org/tracker/” link_option_url_new_window=”on” global_colors_info=”{}”] \nAbout Mark Girardeau: \nMark Girardeau is a nature photographer and wildlife naturalist who specializes in the local species of Southern California and Orange County. He created the Instagram account and website Orange County Outdoors to inform the public of the wildlife\, events\, beaches\, parks\, and other outdoor features the area has to offer. His work has been published internationally\, including in National Geographic. \nInstagram : @markgirardeau \nWebsite: Orange County Outdoors \n  \n[/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_image src=”https://oceaninstitute.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/image-1.png” title_text=”image (1)” _builder_version=”4.25.1″ global_colors_info=”{}”][/et_pb_image][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.4.2″ background_color=”#d6d6d6″ da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” global_module=”36812″ saved_tabs=”all” global_colors_info=”{}” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”] \nClick here for our Refund and Ticket Transfer Policy.\n[/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][/et_pb_section]
URL:https://oceaninstitute.org/event/distinguished-speaker-series-mark-girardeau/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240515T180000
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SUMMARY:Distinguished Speaker Series: Drs. Kathryn Beheshti and Rachel Smith
DESCRIPTION:[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.4.2″ da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.4.2″][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.4.2″][et_pb_image src=”https://oceaninstitute.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/Screen-Shot-2022-01-10-at-1.08.51-PM.png” _builder_version=”4.4.2″][/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.4.2″] \nThe Ocean Institute’s Distinguished Speaker Series\, presented by the Nicholas Endowment\, brings interesting innovations\, real-world research\, exotic experiences\, and delightful discoveries to the surface through powerful presentations from an ocean of experts. Speakers present on a variety of topics ranging from ocean researchers\, ocean authors\, ocean artists\, and ocean athletes. \nLight snacks & refreshments available for purchase at event. \n[/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2\,1_2″ _builder_version=”4.4.2″ locked=”off”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ admin_label=”Column” _builder_version=”4.4.2″][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.4.2″ custom_margin=”|43px||||” custom_padding=”1px|||||”] \nDistinguished Speakers: Drs. Kathryn Beheshti and Rachel Smith\n[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.4.2″] \nJoin the Ocean Institute in welcoming Drs. Kathryn Beheshti and Rachel Smith as they share the lessons learned from 25 years of monitoring the world’s largest artificial reef\, Wheeler Reef North. \n \n[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.4.2″] \nWednesday\, May 15 \n5:30 pm – 8:00 pm \nDoors open at 5:30 pm\, and talk begins at 6:00 pm \n$10  – General \nFREE – Members  \nFREE – Students (with Valid ID) \n \n[/et_pb_text][et_pb_button button_url=”https://tickets.oceaninstitute.org/mainstore?vid=0#cat1241″ button_text=”Tickets” _builder_version=”4.4.2″ button_text_color=”#ffffff” button_bg_color=”#e02b20″][/et_pb_button][/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ admin_label=”Column” _builder_version=”4.4.2″][et_pb_image src=”https://oceaninstitute.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/kat_rachel.jpg” _builder_version=”4.4.2″ hover_enabled=”0″][/et_pb_image][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”2_3\,1_3″ _builder_version=”4.4.2″][et_pb_column type=”2_3″ _builder_version=”4.4.2″][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.4.2″ custom_margin=”|||14px||” link_option_url_new_window=”on” hover_enabled=”0″] \nAbout Drs. Kat Beheshti and Rachel Smith: \nDrs. Kat Beheshti and Rachel Smith are Assistant Researchers at the University of California\, Santa Barbara’s Marine Science Institute. Kat received her PhD from the Department of Ecology and Evolutionary Biology at University of California\, Santa Cruz in 2021 and Rachel received her PhD from the Odum School of Ecology at the University of Georgia in 2019. As Co-Principal Investigators of the San Onofre Nuclear Generating Station (SONGS) Mitigation Monitoring Program\, Kat and Rachel manage the long-term monitoring of Wheeler North Reef\, a 373-acre artificial reef located off the coast of San Clemente\, and the San Dieguito Wetlands\, a 150-acre wetland restoration located in Del Mar\, as well as the reference reefs and wetlands associated with each project. Coastal marine ecologists by training\, Kat and Rachel bring their expertise working in salt marsh\, mangrove\, oyster reef\, seagrass meadow\, and kelp forest systems to the SONGS program \n  \n \n[/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_3″ _builder_version=”4.4.2″][et_pb_image _builder_version=”4.4.2″][/et_pb_image][et_pb_image src=”https://oceaninstitute.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/kat.jpeg” _builder_version=”4.4.2″][/et_pb_image][et_pb_image src=”https://oceaninstitute.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/rachel-scaled.jpeg” _builder_version=”4.4.2″][/et_pb_image][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2\,1_2″ _builder_version=”4.4.2″][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.4.2″][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.4.2″ custom_margin=”|||14px||” link_option_url_new_window=”on” hover_enabled=”0″] \nAbout Wheeler Reef North: \nTo compensate for the coastal marine resources lost due to the operation of the San Onofre Nuclear Generating Station Units 2 and 3\, the California Coastal Commission (CCC) required Southern California Edison (SCE) to mitigate for these losses. Part of the mitigation required construction and independent monitoring of an artificial reef (later named Wheeler North Reef) large enough to support 150 acres of medium-to-high density adult giant kelp and 28 tons of fish standing stock.  \nTo inform the design of the mitigation reef\, a 25-acre experimental reef was built in 1999. The experimental reef addressed a series of unknowns regarding what reef configuration (substrate type\, substrate cover) would best support a kelp forest community and whether kelp could colonize the reef naturally or if out-planting kelp would be necessary.  \nIn 2008\, the 150-acre mitigation reef was constructed and mitigation monitoring began in 2009. The mitigation reef allowed us to determine whether sea fans\, known to monopolize space on some artificial reefs\, excludes kelp on Wheeler North Reef and the years it would take for the community on Wheeler North Reef to resemble that of natural reefs. Lastly\, data from the mitigation reef showed that the Wheeler North Reef was too small to sustain a fish standing stock of 28 tons. As a result\, the CCC required SCE to add up to 210 acres of new reef– the remediation reef was constructed from 2019-2020 and added 198 acres to the reef. \n  \n \n[/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.4.2″][et_pb_image _builder_version=”4.4.2″][/et_pb_image][et_pb_image src=”https://oceaninstitute.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/workshop-flyer-image-wheeler-north-reef.jpg” _builder_version=”4.4.2″ hover_enabled=”0″][/et_pb_image][et_pb_image src=”https://oceaninstitute.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/wheeler-reef-north-1.jpg” _builder_version=”4.4.2″][/et_pb_image][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.4.2″ background_color=”#d6d6d6″ da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” global_module=”36812″ saved_tabs=”all” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.4.2″][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.4.2″][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.4.2″] \nClick here for our Refund and Ticket Transfer Policy.\n[/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][/et_pb_section]
URL:https://oceaninstitute.org/event/distinguished-speaker-series-drs-kathryn-beheshti-and-rachel-smith/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240403T173000
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SUMMARY:Distinguished Speaker Series: Dr. Jayme Smith
DESCRIPTION:[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.4.2″ da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.4.2″][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.4.2″][et_pb_image src=”https://oceaninstitute.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/Screen-Shot-2022-01-10-at-1.08.51-PM.png” _builder_version=”4.4.2″][/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.4.2″] \nThe Ocean Institute’s Distinguished Speaker Series\, presented by the Nicholas Endowment\, brings interesting innovations\, real-world research\, exotic experiences\, and delightful discoveries to the surface through powerful presentations from an ocean of experts. Speakers present on a variety of topics ranging from ocean researchers\, ocean authors\, ocean artists\, and ocean athletes. \nLight snacks & refreshments available for purchase at event. \n[/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2\,1_2″ _builder_version=”4.4.2″ locked=”off”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ admin_label=”Column” _builder_version=”4.4.2″][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.4.2″ custom_margin=”|43px||||” custom_padding=”1px|||||”] \nDistinguished Speaker: Dr. Jayme Smith\n[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.4.2″] \nDive into the hidden depths with Dr. Jayme Smith as she unveils the mysterious world of phytoplankton\, the microscopic powerhouses at the heart of our marine ecosystems. Discover their vital role in sustaining life and the perilous impact of their dark side: harmful algal blooms (HABs) that threaten marine life and human health. In this enlightening talk\, Dr. Smith will explore the increasing global occurrence of HABs\, their effects on southern California’s waters\, and the cutting-edge research aimed at mitigating their impact. Join us for a journey into the microscopic world\, where the smallest organisms tell the ocean’s biggest stories. \n[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.4.2″] \nWednesday\, April 3 \n5:30 pm – 8:00 pm \nDoors open at 5:30 pm\, and talk begins at 6:00 pm \n$10  – General \nFREE – Members  \nFREE – Students (with Valid ID) \n \n[/et_pb_text][et_pb_button button_url=”https://tickets.oceaninstitute.org/mainstore?vid=0#cat1241″ button_text=”Tickets” _builder_version=”4.4.2″ button_text_color=”#ffffff” button_bg_color=”#e02b20″][/et_pb_button][/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ admin_label=”Column” _builder_version=”4.4.2″][et_pb_image src=”https://oceaninstitute.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/PHOTO-SanDiegoCounty-RedTide-KaiSchumann-CALIF-102315-800×450-landscape.jpg” _builder_version=”4.4.2″ hover_enabled=”0″][/et_pb_image][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2\,1_2″ _builder_version=”4.4.2″][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.4.2″][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.4.2″ custom_margin=”|||14px||” link_option_url=”https://www.ocearch.org/tracker/” link_option_url_new_window=”on”] \nAbout Dr. Jayme Smith: \nWith a storied career dedicated to the study of HABs\, Dr. Smith’s research focuses on understanding the conditions that foster these toxic events in marine and freshwater systems\, and their broader ecological and health impacts. Having earned her Ph.D. in Biology from the University of Southern California\, Dr. Smith has worked collaboratively with an interdisciplinary team of researchers and resource managers to make exciting advancements in HAB monitoring and research in California. Her talk promises to takeattendees on a deep dive into the world of phytoplankton\, the foundational organisms of the marine food web\, their role in oxygen production\, and the dual threat they pose through the production of harmful toxins. \n  \n \n[/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.4.2″][et_pb_image _builder_version=”4.4.2″ hover_enabled=”0″ src=”https://oceaninstitute.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/JSmith_InField-1.jpg”][/et_pb_image][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.4.2″ background_color=”#d6d6d6″ da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” global_module=”36812″ saved_tabs=”all” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.4.2″][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.4.2″][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.4.2″] \nClick here for our Refund and Ticket Transfer Policy.\n[/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][/et_pb_section]
URL:https://oceaninstitute.org/event/distinguished-speaker-series-dr-jayme-smith/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240306T173000
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SUMMARY:Distinguished Speaker Series: Chris Zadra
DESCRIPTION:[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.4.2″ da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.4.2″][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.4.2″][et_pb_image src=”https://oceaninstitute.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/Screen-Shot-2022-01-10-at-1.08.51-PM.png” _builder_version=”4.4.2″][/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.4.2″] \nThe Ocean Institute’s Distinguished Speaker Series\, presented by the Nicholas Endowment\, brings interesting innovations\, real-world research\, exotic experiences\, and delightful discoveries to the surface through powerful presentations from an ocean of experts. Speakers present on a variety of topics ranging from ocean researchers\, ocean authors\, ocean artists\, and ocean athletes. \nLight snacks & refreshments available for purchase at event. \n[/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2\,1_2″ _builder_version=”4.4.2″ locked=”off”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ admin_label=”Column” _builder_version=”4.4.2″][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.4.2″ custom_margin=”|43px||||” custom_padding=”1px|||||” hover_enabled=”0″] \nDistinguished Speaker: Chris Zadra\n[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.4.2″ hover_enabled=”0″] \nDescription: \nJoin us on a dive into the fascinating world of marine mammal research and conservation led by Chris Zadra\, the innovative mind behind Ocean Alliance’s cutting-edge Drones for Whale Research Program\, featured in renowned documentaries like National Geographic’s One Strange Rock and BBC’s Blue Planet Live. \nDinner will be provided by Taste Collective (food truck) and is sponsored by Knobbe Martens\, a sponsor of the Ocean Institute. \n[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.4.2″ hover_enabled=”0″] \nWednesday\, March 6 \n5:30 pm – 8:00 pm \nDoors open at 5:30 pm\, and talk begins at 6:00 pm \n$10  – General \nFREE – Members  \nFREE – Students (with Valid ID) \n \n[/et_pb_text][et_pb_button button_url=”https://tickets.oceaninstitute.org/mainstore?vid=0#cat1241″ button_text=”Tickets” _builder_version=”4.4.2″ button_text_color=”#ffffff” button_bg_color=”#e02b20″ hover_enabled=”0″][/et_pb_button][/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ admin_label=”Column” _builder_version=”4.4.2″][et_pb_image src=”https://oceaninstitute.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/FutureMaker-Chris-Zadra-LehighUniversity-main-1.jpg” _builder_version=”4.4.2″ hover_enabled=”0″][/et_pb_image][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2\,1_2″ _builder_version=”4.4.2″][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.4.2″][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.4.2″ custom_margin=”|||14px||” link_option_url_new_window=”on” hover_enabled=”0″] \nAbout Chris Zadra: \nWhile studying engineering at Lehigh University\, Chris became interested in building and flying drones. He turned that interest into a career\, flying drones over whales for the Ocean Alliance’s Drones for Whale Research program.  \nChris has traveled the globe studying whales via drone\, from Mexico to British Columbia to Gabon.  \nInstead of invasive techniques like darting\, the drone collects samples by flying over the whale’s blow\, with a rig aptly named the SnotBot. The drones can also be used to drop tracking devices that stick to the whale’s back for a short period\, providing data on their life under the surface.  \n  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\ninstagram: @snotbot \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n[/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.4.2″][et_pb_image _builder_version=”4.4.2″][/et_pb_image][et_pb_image src=”https://oceaninstitute.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/FutureMaker-ChrisZadra-LehighUniversity-main-2-1.jpg” _builder_version=”4.4.2″][/et_pb_image][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.4.2″ background_color=”#d6d6d6″ da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” global_module=”36812″ saved_tabs=”all” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.4.2″][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.4.2″][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.4.2″] \nClick here for our Refund and Ticket Transfer Policy.\n[/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][/et_pb_section]
URL:https://oceaninstitute.org/event/distinguished-speaker-series-chris-zadra/
CATEGORIES:Distinguished Speaker Series
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231206T173000
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SUMMARY:Ocean Institute Town Hall: A Seaside Chat
DESCRIPTION:[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.4.2″ da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.4.2″][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.4.2″][et_pb_image src=”https://oceaninstitute.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Overhead-OI.png” _builder_version=”4.4.2″][/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.4.2″] \n\nJoin us for a milestone event\, the inaugural Town Hall: A Seaside Chat\, on Wednesday\, December 6 at 6PM\, where the Ocean Institute’s esteemed Board members and leadership team will engage with our community and share exciting updates. Collie James\, our new Board Chair\, will offer insights into the Institute’s promising future in marine education and conservation. \n\n[/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2\,1_2″ _builder_version=”4.4.2″ locked=”off”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ admin_label=”Column” _builder_version=”4.4.2″][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.4.2″ custom_margin=”|43px||||”] \nA Seaside Chat\n\nThe Ocean Institute Town Hall: A Seaside Chat is gearing up to feature a dynamic panel of four distinguished speakers. Leading the conversation is Collie James\, the Ocean Institute Board Chair\, who will bring his leadership and deep understanding and connection to the Ocean Institute to the forefront. Tom Turner\, a dedicated Board Member and the OCDE Chief Academic Officer\, will offer insight into the integral educational mission of OI. Kelly Steward\, another esteemed Board Member and the General Manager at Ritz-Carlton\, will provide valuable perspectives on hospitality and guest services as we gear up for our public programs in 2024.  \n\n[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.4.2″] \nSchedule for Event: \n5:30pm – 6:00pm Meet and Mingle \n6:00pm – 7:30pm Panel Presentation/ Q&A \n7:30pm – 8:30pm Socialize and Connect \n[/et_pb_text][et_pb_button button_url=”https://checkout.xola.com/index.html#seller/56213c91ad21714e208b45bc/experiences/6541260937cf0fa6b80530c1?openExternal=true” button_text=”RSVP” _builder_version=”4.4.2″ button_text_color=”#ffffff” button_bg_color=”#e02b20″][/et_pb_button][/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ admin_label=”Column” _builder_version=”4.4.2″][et_pb_image src=”https://oceaninstitute.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/Screen-Shot-2023-09-28-at-8.37.23-PM.png” _builder_version=”4.4.2″][/et_pb_image][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.4.2″][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.4.2″][wpforms_selector _builder_version=”4.4.2″ hover_enabled=”0″ form_id=”39846″ show_title=”on” show_desc=”on”][/wpforms_selector][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][/et_pb_section]
URL:https://oceaninstitute.org/event/ocean-institute-town-hall-a-seaside-chat/
CATEGORIES:Distinguished Speaker Series,Upcoming
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231101T180000
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UID:10008197-1698861600-1698868800@oceaninstitute.org
SUMMARY:Distinguished Speaker Series: Carlos Gauna
DESCRIPTION:[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.4.2″ da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.4.2″][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.4.2″][et_pb_image src=”https://oceaninstitute.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/Screen-Shot-2022-01-10-at-1.08.51-PM.png” _builder_version=”4.4.2″][/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.4.2″] \nThe Ocean Institute’s Distinguished Speaker Series\, presented by the Nicholas Endowment\, brings interesting innovations\, real-world research\, exotic experiences\, and delightful discoveries to the surface through powerful presentations from an ocean of experts. Speakers present on a variety of topics that align with our monthly themes. \n\nAdmission includes light snacks and refreshments.  \n[/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2\,1_2″ _builder_version=”4.4.2″ locked=”off”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ admin_label=”Column” _builder_version=”4.4.2″][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.4.2″ custom_margin=”|43px||||”] \nDistinguished Speaker: Carlos Gauna\nGauna will talk about the process of filming white sharks\, from finding them to understanding their behaviors. His presentation will offer live time observations into the nature of these animals\, with a plethora of locally filmed material! He will also speak on how his observations are becoming a part of a greater picture in data collection on various shark species\, underscoring the benefit of citizen science. In addition to the science\, Gauna will give a ‘behind the scenes’ description of the filming and editing process in his artwork\, along with examples of the various types of equipment he uses. \n[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.4.2″] \nWednesday\, November 1 \n6:00pm – 8:30pm \nDoors open at 5:30pm \nGeneral – $10 \nMembers – FREE \nStudents (with valid ID) – FREE \n[/et_pb_text][et_pb_button button_url=”https://app.donorview.com/kOklo” button_text=”Tickets” _builder_version=”4.4.2″ button_text_color=”#ffffff” button_bg_color=”#e02b20″][/et_pb_button][/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ admin_label=”Column” _builder_version=”4.4.2″][et_pb_image src=”https://oceaninstitute.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/TheMalibuArtist-Headshot.jpg” _builder_version=”4.4.2″][/et_pb_image][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.4.2″][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.4.2″][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.4.2″] \n About Carlos \nCarlos Gauna\, locally known as The Malibu Artist\, is a photographer\, observer\, and ocean advocate. After COVID limited job opportunities as a wedding photographer\, Gauna began aerial filming the famed Malibu coastline. His work now involves filming the little-known lives of Californias’ great white sharks by drone. Through countless hours of filming\, his art has bridged into the realm of science\, a testament to the growing importance of citizen science. Thanks to the videos captured by Gauna\, Calfiornias’ white sharks are getting the recognition deserved as ecologically important and misunderstood animals. He has submitted much of his observations and footage to scientists all over\, helping them accumulate the data to understand and protect these species. In addition to sharks\, Gauna has documented the behavior of marine mammals\, sea birds\, and rare open ocean fish. His work is generously available to all on YouTube (@TheMalibuArtist)\, with thousands of hours of film and observation. \n[/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][/et_pb_section]
URL:https://oceaninstitute.org/event/distinguished-speaker-series-carlos-guana/
CATEGORIES:Distinguished Speaker Series,Upcoming
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