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Great Lakes Institute News & Events

Explore articles, interviews, and news features highlighting the Great Lakes Institute’s ongoing work in research, education, sustainability, and community engagement.

Ship NOAA Thomas Jefferson (S 222) in the water with clear blue sky

Explore the NOAA Ship Thomas Jefferson

Get a rare behind-the-scenes look at the NOAA Ship Thomas Jefferson as it visits the Port of Oswego! Discover how NOAA conducts hydrographic surveys and collects critical data in Lake Ontario.

📅 Wednesday, September 2, 2026 | 2–6 p.m.
📍 Port of Oswego West Pier

Want to learn more? Click for full event details, parking information, and what to expect during this special public tour.

Underwater view of a historic shipwreck showing a wooden ship’s wheel and debris covered in mussels on the lakebed.

Historic Shipwrecks Come to Light in the Great Lakes

Dive into the New York Times feature exploring historic shipwreck discoveries in the Great Lakes and the underwater archaeology uncovering Lake Ontario’s maritime past. Read how researchers are using advanced technology to map and preserve centuries of history beneath the surface.

 
 
 
 
Waves crash against rocks along Lake Ontario beneath dramatic clouds and sunlight breaking through the sky.

Faculty-student Quest presentation will detail lake microplastics research

Learn more about SUNY Oswego faculty and student research exploring the impact of microplastics in Lake Ontario and how this work is advancing environmental understanding through hands-on scientific discovery.

 
 
 
 
Upstate Freshwater Institute buoy system, used to collect near-real-time data off Oswego in the Lake Ontario National Marine Sanctuary

H. Lee White Maritime Museum: “Seeing Below the Surface”

The H. Lee White Maritime Museum’s Sanctuary Speaker Series will feature the Upstate Freshwater Institute’s “Seeing Below the Surface: Exploration of Water Quality in Lake Ontario” on August 19, 2026. The program will explore how advanced monitoring buoy systems and underwater imagery are being used to study Lake Ontario’s water quality and support scientific research and recreation. The work contributes to ongoing efforts within the Lake Ontario National Marine Sanctuary.

Learn more: H. Lee White Maritime Museum