Pennsylvania Sea Grant is one of 34 programs of the National Sea Grant College Program, whose mission is to enhance the practical use and conservation of natural resources, for a healthy environment, resilient communities, and strong, sustainable economies. For over 25 years, the Pennsylvania Sea Grant College Program has led successful research, extension, education, and communications programs that support Pennsylvania’s aquatic ecosystems and inform communities. Penn State Behrend is the home of the PA Sea Grant College, a notable distinction that gives a nod to not only our proximity to Lake Erie, but also to our impact in the environmental community which is a foundational piece of our tourism industry.

By working together with communities and developing strong partnerships with academia, governmental agencies, and the public and private sectors, Pennsylvania Sea Grant is addressing important statewide and regional environmental and economic issues related to the Great Lakes and watersheds.