Ocean Talks, Cocktails & Films with Blue Scholars Initiative
IOFF is excited to be partnering with Blue Scholars Initiative for this World Ocean Day to bring a curated selection of films from the festival archives to audiences in Miami, Florida.
Date:
June 13, 2021
Location:
Faena Hotel, 3201 Collins Ave, Miami Beach
Time:
5pm - 7pm, Ocean Talks & Cocktails in the Faena Mammoth Garden with Nikki Traylor-Knowles (RSMAS) & Elizabeth Wheaton (MBRA), hosted by Tito’s (RSVP link coming soon!)
7pm - 9pm, International Ocean Film Festival in the Faena Theater (RSVP link coming soon!)
Films:
Coming soon!
Blue Scholars Initiative engages students in marine biology, marine ecology and watershed concepts, providing a better understanding of, and connection to, the marine ecosystem and the impact of human stresses. Through hands-on, experiential learning, students further investigate the rich biodiversity beneath the surface, conduct citizen science and develop a passion for the environment, inspiring our next generation of ocean stewards to solve our most pressing and difficult issues.
Blue Scholars Initiative is a free educational program inviting each participating group to perform a Community Service Project (CSP) to earn their trip. CSPs provide an opportunity for students to not only work together and connect with their peers, but also to develop life-skills while learning the value of giving back to benefit the community.
To learn more about this organization, click here.