Community Science in Action
Collaborating with our community through education, outreach, and local research
The Duke University Marine Lab Community Science Initiative (CSI) was created in 2017 with the goal of collaborating with our community through education, conservation, outreach, and research.
CSI seeks to strengthen connections between scientific research and coastal communities by creating meaningful opportunities for local schools, families, and the public to participate in environmental research and learning.
We envision coastal North Carolina communities where individuals and families are actively engaged in scientific discovery, connected to their local ecosystems, and support resilient coastal environments.
Our Programs
Ready, Set, Resilience
Nature-based storytelling curriculum building resilience through art and science.
Marine Debris
Hands-on learning about plastic pollution and environmental stewardship.
STEM Pathways
High School Student Internship
Mentored research and outreach experiences for high school students.
Summer Nature Camps
STEAM-based camps connecting youth with coastal ecosystems.
Afterschool Mentorship
Boys & Girls Club of the Coastal Plain
Ongoing mentorship fostering science engagement and community connection.
