What is the Marine Option Program (MOP)?
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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January-February 2020
Alga of the Month
January-February 2020
Scientific name: Sargassum aquifolium
Alga of the Month
Upcoming MOP-Sponsored Events
Humpback Whale Count 
Saturday, February 29th, 2020
8:00am – 4:00pm
A $5 refundable fee is required to reserve a spot for this event and will be returned upon arrival on the day of the event.
Tour of Dolphin Quest
Saturday, March 7th, 2020
8:00am – 12:00pm
A $5 refundable fee is required to reserve a spot for this event and will be returned upon arrival on the day of the event.
Tour of Oceanic Institute
Friday, April 3rd, 2020
1:00pm – 5:00pm
A $5 refundable fee is required to reserve a spot for this event and will be returned upon arrival on the day of the event.
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Honolulu
Hilo
Kapiʻolani
Kauaʻi
Leeward
Maui
West Oʻahu
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