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What is the Marine Option Program (MOP)?

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The Marine Option Program (MOP) is a University of Hawaiʻi system-wide certificate program, offered on all UH campuses, providing educational opportunities for students from all disciplines who are interested in the ocean.
MOP Certificate Program

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Upcoming MOP-Sponsored Events: January 2026 Events

New Student Orientation

Wednesday, January 14th, 5:00PM-7:00PM, Dean Hall 107

Students will learn about MOP and the opportunities available through the program.

Learn to Scuba Dive

QUEST/MAST Information Meetings

Thursday, January 15th, 5:00PM-6:00PM, Dean Hall 107

Get information about QUEST and MAST and have an opportunity to ask questions about the courses and hear from those that have attended.

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Back to School BBQ

Sunday, January 25, 11:00AM-2:00PM, Bellows Beach

Kick off the semester right and get to know your fellow MOPers at our BBQ!

Squirrelfishes and Soldierfishes

QUEST ID Classes

Monday and Wednesday, January 19&21 and 26 & 28, 6:00PM-9:00PM, Dean Hall 107

QUEST ID classes will go over all the required species for the QUEST ID exam. The first week will cover fish, the second will cover inverts, and the final week (February) will go over limu.