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In the Summer 2014 issue of Coastwatch, read about Core Sound workboats, take a tour of a new Marine Science Academy at a Wilmington high school, learn about a new technique for monitoring water quality, get tips on rip current safety and more. Contact: E-Ching Lee, 919-515-9098, eching_lee@ncsu.edu

North Carolina Sea Grant and the N.C. Division of Marine Fisheries (DMF) are accepting applications for a fellowship opportunity for students nearing completion of an advanced degree program in natural resources or marine sciences. Applications must be received no later than 5 p.m., Aug. 22, 2014. Media Contact: Katie Mosher, 919-515-9069, katie_mosher@ncsu.edu Fellowship Contact: Jeffrey Buckel, 252-222-6341, jabuckel@ncsu.edu

Coastwatch, North Carolina Sea Grant’s magazine, has received APEX Awards for Publication Excellence. This honor highlights exceptional efforts in many areas of publications. This year, Coastwatch was recognized in three categories. Contact: E-Ching Lee, 919-515-9098, eching_lee@ncsu.edu

North Carolina Sea Grant extension specialists Terri Kirby Hathaway and Spencer Rogers were spotlighted by their peers for contributions to their respective fields. Contact: E-Ching Lee, 919-515-9098, eching_lee@ncsu.edu

In the state of North Carolina, Governor Pat McCrory has proclaimed June 1-7, 2014 as "Rip Current Awareness Week." Contact: Katie Mosher, 919-270-4962, kmosher@ncsu.edu