What does it take to conduct scientific research beneath the waters of Antarctica? 🌊❄️

During Tuesday’s Ocean Studies Seminar, scientific and technical diver Jeffrey E. Bozanic, Ph.D., shared insights from nearly four decades of Antarctic diving experience.

From early ...research dives at McMurdo and Palmer Stations to the 2026 Antarctic Flag Expedition, Bozanic discussed how scientific diving in extreme polar environments has evolved, the challenges of conducting research in some of the harshest conditions on Earth, and the importance of preparing the next generation of scientists and explorers.

During the 2026 expedition, Bozanic and his team sampled 11 sites along the Antarctic Peninsula, collecting marine organisms for the Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County while supporting additional research projects.

His presentation also posed an important question for the future of field science: How do we give young people meaningful opportunities to take part in exploration and discovery?

Thank you, Dr. Bozanic, for sharing your experiences with our students and inspiring the next generation of scientists, divers, and explorers.

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Congratulations to Jasmine Anderson, U.S. Air Force veteran (Senior Airman, E-4) and Maine Maritime Academy student in the Class of 2028, who received the keys to a vehicle yesterday through Progressive Insurance’s Keys to Progress® program! 🔑🚗

Jasmine, a dual major in Marine ...Biology and Small Vessel Operations, was selected as one of this year’s recipients nationwide.

Now in its 14th year, Keys to Progress provides vehicles to veterans and members of the military community to remove transportation barriers and provide reliable access to work, education, health care, and other essential needs. Since the program began in 2013, Progressive has awarded more than 1,300 vehicles nationwide.

Thank you to Progressive and Enterprise Mobility for supporting those who have served, and congratulations, Jasmine! ⚓

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