Courses Taught

Fall - SMS 230: Marine Policy and Fisheries Management

This undergraduate course focuses on the human dimensions of ocean conservation and management, with emphasis on marine fisheries management in the United States. Students will be introduced to a variety of tools and policy approaches for managing complex marine ecosystems. Discussion and readings will highlight current and historical challenges facing oceans management, as well as the role of scientists and other stakeholders in marine conservation. Potential issues addressed include ecosystem-based management, fishing communities, collective action dilemmas, bycatch and gear technology, marine protected areas and habitat, marine mammal and protected species conservation, aquaculture policy, and global climate change. 3 credits.

Spring - SMS 691: Marine Science Seminar (co-taught with Dr. Paul Rawson)

This graduate seminar covers Scientific Communication, Ethical Issues and Collaboration in Science, and Scientific Responsibility, including discussions on the role of scientists in helping shape public policy on critical issues in marine science. This course consists of a mix of lecture type presentations by the instructors and student led discussions. Several of the exercises included in this class are intended to help students prepare for the SMS graduate symposium held each spring at the Darling Marine Center.