As a Director of Strategic Science Communications, Kristen Kusek is responsible for establishing and guiding the strategy for, and execution of, all communications-related functions of the USF College of Marine Science.
She recently shared her personal story in an article titled “I’m a science storyteller. Before COVID misinformation, I used to know why.” Find out why she feels we need something to slap us out of this fog of navel-gazing and back into action fueled by shared understanding.
To read Kristen's guest column in the Tampa Bay Times: click here.
We are seeking entrepreneurs for an upcoming ocean enterprise accelerator. Hosted by our partner, Braid Theory, this 12-week program will focus on three aspects of commercialization: building capability, capacity and intellectual capital.
The 7th annual State of Science and Innovation took place on January 15th at Johns Hopkins All Children's Hospital. This favorite event was once again sold out. The in-person and online audiences heard from five innovators and one special guest about the remarkable work they are doing.
2025 marked the 11th year for the St. Petersburg Science Festival and the 30th year for Florida Fish and Wildlife Research Institute's MarineQuest. It was a fantastic opportunity for 1200+ 4th and 5th graders on School Days and 9K+ community members on the Public Day to participate in hands-on activities exploring all facets of STEAM. Kudos to the sponsors, exhibitors, volunteers and Steering Committee for another successful year.