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
Featured Seawords Article: March 2023
Dr. Celia Smith on the “First Lady of Limu”
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The Marine Option Program is generously supported by NOAA Fisheries Pacific Islands Regional Office.
Creature of the Month March 2023:
Giant Clam
Giant Clam. Photo by: Richard Ling; Flickr.
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Upcoming MOP-Sponsored Events: March Events
HIMB Tour & Snorkel
Saturday, 3/4
8am-1pm
We have great opportunity to go to HIMB on Moku O Lo’e for a tour by the Coral Resilience Lab and to snorkel the bay.
Movie Night
Friday, 3/25
7pm-9pm
Join us on campus for an ocean movie night with pjs, board games, and snacks!
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