Over the past year, the Skidaway Institute of Oceanography has seen its share of accomplishments, upgrades, new additions, and impactful programs and research.

The institute kicked off 2024 with the return of the R/V Savannah following a refit that consisted of equipment upgrades and a 12-foot extension. It closed the year with a successful Semester at Skidaway program, which brought seven undergraduate students to the coast for hands-on, experiential learning.

Skidaway is a multidisciplinary research and training institution located on Skidaway Island near Savannah. Founded in 1967, it conducts research in all fields of oceanography and serves as the university’s gateway to coastal and marine environments.

The photo essay presents a small snapshot of the previous year on the coast, more of which can be explored here.