Be sure to tune in to K-Pop Shark Heroes on July 26 as MISS Member Dr. Sora Kim is joined by actor Ken Jeong and singer REI AMI as they launch a campaign using K-pop to reshape the perception of sharks! 🦈 We will absolutely be watching!
Minorities in Shark Sciences
@misselasmo.bsky.social
Founded by four Black female shark researchers seeking to promote diversity and inclusion in shark research. 🦈
Huge shoutout to our summer interns! Between their research, individual projects, weekly meetings and everything in between, they have each done such an incredible job GETTING IT DONE. And THANK YOU to our supporters for allowing us to onboard such incredible people. We appreciate you all so much.💙
Can't boop this snoot but you sure can admire it! 😍 Reminder that Shark Scientist for a Day tickets will go on sale later this summer! Sign up for our newsletter to be notified! 💌 www.misselasmo.org/join-our-mai... 🦈 : A gorgeous tiger shark!
Interested in science, watershed protection, or a career in urban/water management? Earth Echo’s Water Challenge Ambassador Program offers young people the tools and training needed to lead community science and watershed protection projects in their communities!💧 monitorwater.org/apply
We are so appreciative of the Bishop-Parker Foundation for their recent grant to MISS. 💙 This funding will be used towards our Sea Scholars program, which provides students with experiential learning designed to build confidence and nurture future careers in marine science and #conservation.
Recently, a few MISS Members made their way to Yale for the New Horizons Convening at the Yale School of the Environment! 💙 Thank you to our wonderful partners at Re:wild for helping to make this happen, and thank you to Grace for the photo! 📸
Don't make any plans for March 2027 and come out and join us in Panama! 🌊 The itinerary is FULL and BOOKED and we cannot wait to share this experience with you! 🗓️: March 2 - March 10, 2027 Learn more below! www.holbrooktravel.com/where-we-tra...
Poster session at Sharks International. 😎 Do we have the coolest members or what? 💙
Nice little cleanse for your feed. Talk about magic! 🌊 🐟 📍: Maldives
"Planet Earth: You are a crew." -Christina Koch 💙 🌎️ Honoring #earthday by thinking about this extraordinary quote from an otherworldly human being. As we're reminding each other how wonderful our planet is, let's also commit to continuing to advocate for its oceans. 🦈💙🪸
Sunshine 🤝 MISS Camp ☀️ Did you know that we offer a free camp every spring break? Camp entails a week of activities intended to teach participants about the intersection of the ocean & science, technology, engineering, art and math. 💙 Learn more below. www.misselasmo.org/spring-break... #stem
Wildlife doesn’t have time for “multi-year work plan. ❌️ But under H.R. 1897, that’s exactly what they’ll get. Instead of protecting species within a year, this bill allows decisions to be delayed for years, while populations continue to decline. Learn more below. actionnetwork.org/letters/urge...
The #givingchallenge2026 was another reminder that MISS has the best community. We are so proud to share that we exceeded our goal and we absolutely could not have done that without your support and spreading the word. 🦈 We also wanted to include a few photos of what your donation helps fund. 💙
The #givingchallenge2026 is not over just yet! 💙 Can't make a donation? No worries! You can nominate us for a prize right here! This nomination can have a huge impact for MISS! ctqcountry.iheart.com/promotions/2...
Will YOU be the one who helps us continue creating the next generation of shark scientists? When you make a gift today, your impact will be felt in so many areas: education, research....all for the future of ocean conservation. 💙 www.givingchallenge.org/organization... #givingchallenge2026
Once the government decides extinction is an acceptable trade‑off for fossil fuel expansion, no environmental law is safe. The Endangered Species Act only works if it’s enforced. 📣 Learn more about what is currently happening below.
Trump’s ‘God Squad’ Is Killing Whales Under the Guise of National Security
Under the pretense of national security, and amid a self-inflicted energy crisis of President Trump’s own making, the administration’s “God Squad” has exempted all Gulf of Mexico oil and gas…
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Check out the MISS team in action at Spark STEM Fest last week! The event is dedicated to all things science and holds interactive experiences with researchers, engineers, and professionals. It's the perfect way for any science enthusiast to spend their afternoon! 💙
We are proud to uplift the next generation of Black scientists who will protect our waters, our communities, and our future. Thank you for your passion, your voice, your creativity, and your unwavering dedication to this field. The world is a better place because of you. #BlackHistoryMonth
Hard to believe it's been a year since we were in Atlanta for the MISS Summit! Where does time go?! 💙
From the field to your inbox! 🦈📭 The MISS newsletter shares the latest updates from our organization, conservation efforts, events, internships, and ways that YOU can make an impact. Join the community! 💌 Sign up today: www.misselasmo.org/join-our-mai... #nonprofit #marinebiology
Let's start the week strong by making sure that we surround ourselves with things that make us happy! 💙 ➡️ Take a walk to clear your head ➡️ Listen to the sound of the ocean ➡️ Learn one new fact about marine life Have a wonderful week, friends!
This week, our communications coordinator, Naissa, was inspired by the sunshine and the ocean in Southern California. In the middle of winter, the warmth of the sun is very much appreciated! ☀️ 🌴 #inspo
As the year comes to a close, we’re filled with gratitude for our incredible community. 🦈 Thank you for your support, passion, and belief in our MISSion. Wishing you joy, rest, and meaningful moments this holiday season. 💙
Hi friends! 👋 We are going to take some time off to relax before 2026. Responses to emails and messages will be delayed during this time, but we'll be back on January 5!
This week, MISS President and CEO Jasmin Graham was inspired by THE SHARK LADY! There is magnificent effort, commitment and dedication in putting together something like this. The team behind The Shark Lady worked very hard and that hard work absolutely paid off. 🦈 💙 #inspo
Before the year truly wraps up, we just wanted to reiterate how grateful we are for everything that YOU were a part of. MISS isn't MISS without our members, supporters and friends. Thank you for the wonderful memories. 💙 Care to share any of the moments you were grateful for this year? #yearend
It's hard to believe that 2026 is right around the corner! 🤯 The end of the year means it's time to look back at some of the wonderful memories we made in 2025 (and there were a whole lot)! Today's recap: summer camp! ☀️
