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Marine Education Specialist Joins COSEE Alaska - 02.27.2009

Marilyn Sigman, a respected marine science educator from Homer, has been named marine education specialist for COSEE Alaskla, and the Alaska Sea Grant Marine Advisory Program.

Sigman's roots in environmental education are deep in Alaska. Since 1998, Sigman has been the Executive Director of the Center for Alaskan Coastal Studies. Based in Homer, the center promotes marine science understanding and appreciation through school field trips, nature hikes, beach walks, and programs for teachers, parents, community members, and visitors that make use of Kachemak Bay's many educational resources and facilities.

Sigman has created and conducted numerous marine education and outreach programs and has been called upon to work with state and federal agencies on sensitive marine issues such as endangered species, the Exxon Valdez Oil Spill, and the state's increasing marine debris problem. Sigman is the recipient of numerous awards for her environmental stewardship and educational work, including the 2008 Jerry S. Dixon Award for Excellence in Environmental Education from the Alaska Conservation Foundation.

Sigman begins her new job based in Anchorage on March 15.



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