Marine Option Program | Educating tomorrow's ocean leaders

What is the Marine Option Program (MOP)?

Scuba Diver underwater
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

Featured Seawords Article
May 2019

Kelsey Loenhorst
Featured Article

Critter of the Month
May 2019

Name: Manta Ray
Scientific name: Manta birostris, Manta alfredi
Critter of the Month

Upcoming MOP-Sponsored Events

Sailing Class

Sunday, November 24th, 2019
1:00pm – 5:00pm

A $15 non refundable fee is required to participate in this event.

Gyotaku Fish Printing for Holiday Gifts

Saturday, December 7th, 2019
10:00am – 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.

MOP Graduation

Friday, December 13th, 2019
5:00pm – 8:00pm

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. This is a potluck, bring a dish to share!