Year End Gifts
The Gulf of Mexico is more than a place, it is a source of wonder, discovery, livelihood, and life itself. At the Dauphin Island Sea Lab we connect people to this remarkable coastal environment through education, research, and hands-on experiences that inspire a lifelong commitment to our oceans. As we reflect on the impact of this work and look toward the future, we hope you will join us in making sure the next generation has the opportunity to discover the Gulf, understand its importance, and become its stewards.
Give today to:
- Provide scholarships to students in need
- Improve our campus and learning facilities
- Fund groundbreaking marine science research
Your generosity means the world to us. It’s more than a gift—it’s a statement that you believe in the power of education, research, and stewardship to shape a better future for our coast and our communities. We’re so grateful to welcome you into the Sea Lab family, Thank you!
MEAL 2026
Thank you to everyone who attended the Marine Environmental Awards Luncheon. We appreciate your continued support.
Congratulations to this year's award winners.
Sessions-Brown Statewide Conservation Award Recipient:
Dr. Chris Anderson, Auburn University
Recognizes an individual or organization whose conservation efforts intend to restore Alabama's natural resources from the headwaters of the Alabama watershed to the open waters of the Northern Gulf.
Gulf Coast Marine Environmental Leadership Award Recipient:
Mobile Jaycees, Alabama Deep Sea Fishing Rodeo
Recognizes a business or organization whose efforts have improved marine environmental sustainability in the Alabama Gulf Coast Region.
Gulf Coast Marine Environmental Excellence Award Recipient:
Mr. Scott Bannon
Recognizes an individual who has made outstanding contributions to marine environmental sustainability in the Alabama Gulf Coast Region.
DISL Foundation Executive Director Helene Hassell is retiring, and we recognized her 16 years of dedication to expanding the DISL Foundation and her integral role in creating the Development Committee. In her honor, the DISL campus aquatic center will be named after her.
The DISL Foundation announced Shelley Stephens as the incoming Executive Director.
Thank you also to our keynote speaker, Ben Raines
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Friends of the Sea Lab
School year has started and the weekends are long. Come down to the Dauphin Island Sea Lab and visit The Alabama Aquarium where you can experience the sights and sounds of our bountiful waterways. See live sting rays, red snapper, soft shell turtles, sea horses, an octopus and so much more.
Join the Friends of the Sea Lab and bring your family down as many times as you like for the whole year. Click below to become a Friend of the Sea Lab. Memberships include entrance to Alabama's Aquarium for your entire family and discounts in the gift shop. Don't forget to stop in at the Snack Shop for an ice cream cone or snacks.
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First Phase of the New Dormitory Almost Complete
The first phase of the new dormitory is almost complete. After the second story construction begins it will be ready by Spring 2027. This dormitory expansion will strengthen the Sea Lab’s ability to serve as the premier marine research and education institution on the Gulf Coast.
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DISL Podcast
Check out our latest podcast on tagging turtles with Dr. Katrina Phillips and International Horseshoe Crab Day with Dr. Ruth Carmichael
And while you're there, check out all of our podcasts and share.
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2024-2025 Honor Roll of Donors
Support Education
"The course style influenced me in the college that I eventually attended. I am very thankful for the Marine Science Course and the Sea Lab. It was my first step into a field of study which I still find very interesting."
- Autumn, Marine Science Course
for High School Students.
Support Research
"The diversity of these experiences and being exposed to different lab techniques and a variety of field work has really helped me as a young scientist."
- Ph.D. Student Jesse Gwinn
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"I wanted to come to the Dauphin Island Sea Lab because of the researchers and the resources", Rodriguez explained. "It's a close environment with easy access to faculty and everyone is excited to help you."
- Masters Graduate, Alex Rodriguez
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