National Ocean Sciences Bowl 2019 End-of-Year

“Although I had an understanding of my career choice, the NOSB provided invaluable networking opportunities with professionals in their respective fields.” –Blue Crab Bowl participant from Virginia

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Since 1998, the National Ocean Sciences Bowl (NOSB) has offered high school students a unique way to learn about the ocean and environmental science while providing them with an increased understanding of our ocean and the important role it plays in climate and weather, human health, food security, and our economy.

While the heart of the NOSB is an academic competition, some ancillary activities have become trademarks of the program, such as our summer award trips which offer teams unique, experiential hands-on field and laboratory experiences that enhance classroom study and build upon the knowledge they gained in preparing for the competition. Provided as prizes to reward the hard work and perseverance of the top two placing NOSB Finals Competition teams, the trips expose students to science professionals and career opportunities, while enriching their knowledge and understanding. And with a greater appreciation for the natural world and an understanding of the challenges facing the global ocean, many students become self-driven marine stewards.

The summer award trips are typically made possible through funding from sponsors and other generous donors. However, reductions in federal and reserved funding for the 2020 competition year mean our budget is stretched thin.  Currently we have no support for our summer award trips.   If we are to continue providing these important experiences as prizes for the achievement of our top teams at the 2020 Finals, we need the help of our NOSB community. 

Please consider making a $25 tax-deductible donation to the NOSB today (although any amount is appreciated), joining many NOSB students, families, teachers, staff and volunteers who also pledge their support for the program. You will help us raise funds for our 2020 National Finals Competition first and second place award trips, allowing NOSB students to deepen their appreciation for and breadth of knowledge of ocean science and potential schooling and career opportunities.

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The National Ocean Sciences Bowl® (NOSB) is an annual academic competition that introduces high school students to ocean science and other STEM-related subjects and careers. The NOSB provides youth with an increased awareness and understanding of our ocean and the important role it plays in climate and weather, human health, food security, and our economy.