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UOG introduces 2026 REEF fellows and G3 Circular Economy interns

The University of Guam Center for Island Sustainability and Sea Grant (UOG CIS & Sea Grant) has announced six students selected for the 2026 Research, Education and Extension Fellowship (REEF) and Guam Green Growth (G3) Circular Economy Internship. Over the coming months, these students will bridge the gap between classroom theory and hands-on practice, gaining professional experience in fields ranging from coral reef ecology to the island’s circular economy.

March 10, 2026

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Community invited to show support for UOG CIS & Sea Grant through “I Value CIS & Sea Grant” campaign

The University of Guam Center for Island Sustainability and Sea Grant (UOG CIS & Sea Grant) is inviting the public and partners to share their support and experiences through a new initiative highlighting the value the program brings to Guam and the broader Micronesian region.

March 6, 2026

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Second annual UOG Fish Fest celebrates sustainability, science, and culture

From ancient fishing traditions and modern marine science to a fish kelaguen competition, the second annual Fish Fest —organized by the University of Guam Center for Island Sustainability and Sea Grant —returned this month, continuing its mission to promote sustainable fishing and food security.

February 26, 2026

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UOG’s G3 GROW Corps named among the nation’s top public service innovations

The Guam Green Growth (G3) Guam Restoration of Watersheds (GROW) Corps, facilitated by the University of Guam Center for Island Sustainability and Sea Grant, has been named to 50 States, 50 Breakthroughs, a national showcase highlighting transformative public service initiatives across the United States and its territories.

February 25, 2026

Graduate research assistants are currently being recruited by the Guam NSF EPSCoR’s E-CORE and E-RISE programs. Both programs are open to graduate students and include stipends amongst other benefits. GRAs get hands-on research experience and work hand in hand with faculty mentors.

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UOG’s Guam NSF EPSCoR E-CORE and E-RISE programs launch Graduate Research Assistant recruitment

The Guam National Science Foundation Established Program to Stimulate Competitive Research (Guam NSF EPSCoR) at the University of Guam (UOG) has announced a new recruitment cycle for Graduate Research Assistants (GRAs) under its E-CORE and E-RISE initiatives, offering tuition support, stipends, and professional development opportunities for eligible graduate students.

February 17, 2026

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Guam NSF EPSCoR announces $50,000 seed funding opportunity for collaborative research

Guam NSF EPSCoR’s Collaborations for Optimizing Research Ecosystems (ECORE) project is inviting proposals for its 2026–2027 Seed Funding Grant, offering $50,000 awards to support innovative, hypothesis-driven research across the island.

February 17, 2026

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UOG’s Fish Fest to celebrate fisheries, research, and culture

The University of Guam Center for Island Sustainability and Sea Grant’s Guihan for Guåhan (UOG CIS & Sea Grant) program are inviting the community to celebrate Guam’s rich fishing traditions and local seafood at Fish Fest 2026, set for Saturday, February 21, 2026 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the CHamoru Village in Hagåtña.

February 12, 2026

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UOG announces extension of CIS2026 in partnership with NMC in Saipan

The University of Guam (UOG) has announced an extension of the 17th University of Guam Conference on Island Sustainability (CIS2026), expanding the event through April 26 with the addition of two days of programming in Saipan, further strengthening its partnership with Northern Marianas College (NMC).

February 11, 2026

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UOG students recognized by the Guam Legislature for excellence at SACNAS Conference

The 17 University of Guam students who attended the Society for Advancement of Chicanos/Hispanics and Native Americans in Science (SACNAS) National Diversity in STEM (NDiSTEM) Conference received formal recognition from the Guam Legislature for representing the island at the national event. The students participated in the conference as members of the Guam NSF EPSCoR, SEAS Islands Alliance and Navigating Home programs at UOG.

February 5, 2026

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UOG sustainability partners unite to welcome students at orientation with comprehensive outreach experience

The University of Guam’s commitment to sustainability and student opportunity was on full display during the recent UOG New Student Orientation event organized by the UOG’s student services team, where a coalition of campus programs came together to present a unified, student-focused welcome.

January 20, 2026

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