Department of Oceanography & Coastal Sciences

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Why Your Support Matters

The Department of Oceanography & Coastal Sciences, or DOCS, leads the way in tackling coastal and ocean challenges with innovative research that benefits people, marine life, and habitats. Home to Louisiana’s only graduate program in oceanography, we’re nationally unique for connecting ocean and coastal science.

When you give this Giving Day, you help us protect our precious coastlines, support transformative research, provide crucial resources, and inspire students to become champions for the environment. Thank you for your support!

Impact Area

Your generosity on LSU Giving Day impacts the following priority initiative:

1. Oceanography & Coastal Sciences Development Fund
The DOCS Development Fund enables us to pursue emerging opportunities that advance our mission. This Giving Day, DOCS is dedicated to supporting faculty and students by funding travel for presentations at professional conferences. Your contribution fosters academic growth and helps build important professional connections for our community!


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