Welcome to Shannon Point

The Shannon Point Marine Center (SPMC) supports and promotes Western Washington University’s instructional and research programs in the marine sciences; provides access to facilities for visiting scientists from around the world; supports supervised, independent research for undergraduates nationwide via federally-funded programs; and promotes ocean literacy among the general public through targeted K-12 and public education initiatives. In support of these efforts, SPMC has developed excellent facilities for field and laboratory instruction and research, as well as a long-term physical and chemical water quality database. The local marine environment is characterized by a wide variety of habitat types that in turn support a rich diversity of marine life. SPMC invites you to explore the opportunities for study of marine science described in more detail throughout this web site.

Recruitment Announcement: Director of Shannon Point Marine Center (click here to view job posting*)

*All applications must be submitted online.

News and Events

Candidates selected to fill director position at SPMC
(April 2013)

"Grandparents U" to have sessions in Bellingham, Anacortes and Seattle - Summer 2013
(April 2013)

WWU research contributes to State's ocean acidification fight
(January 2013)

SPMC awarded $543K NSF grant to study impacts of ocean acidification
(Fall 2012)

SPMC awarded $346K grant to purchase Gas Chromatograph/Mass Spectrometer
(Fall 2012)

Steve Sulkin to retire as SPMC Director
(Fall 2012)