We integrate scientific research and education on a Maine coastal island to develop leaders prepared to address environmental issues in a rapidly changing world
ABOUT US
Established in 2009, the Hurricane Island Center for Science & Leadership delivers STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics) experiential education programs lasting 2-10 days for youth ages 11- 18.
We inspire individuals to become impassioned change leaders and informed citizens in confronting current and future environmental challenges. Our research agenda focuses on answering local high priority questions and increasing scientific capacity regionally. We pursue initiatives that increase our knowledge through the scientific process, and the knowledge gained then informs communities and empowers people to take action.
OUR AREAS OF FOCUS
EDUCATION
We are an island that INTEGRATES science education and applied research.
SCIENCE
We are an island that RESPONDS to community-driven science and research questions.
SUSTAINABILITY
We are an island that CREATES solutions through a sustainable island campus.
COMMUNITY
We are an island that BUILDS leadership capacity to sustain communities.
Our Mission
We integrate scientific research and education on a Maine coastal island to develop leaders prepared to address environmental issues in a rapidly changing world
OUR VALUES
Curiosity
Our island classroom and laboratory in Penobscot Bay inspire thoughtful questions about how the natural world works.
Inquiry
We problem-solve using the scientific process, data, and critical thinking to investigate urgent ecological, environmental, and community-based questions.
Community
We bring people to share their stories and align, motivate, and transfer learning.
Stewardship
To achieve a 100% renewable society we challenge students and researchers to be leaders empowered to create solutions.
OUR INSTAGRAM FEED
Thank you for your support!
Your donations help us continue to expand research and education around ocean science.