Sportfish Research Institute Endowment
Type: General Endowment
Year: 2003
Purpose
Support faculty and staff research projects; engage in community service and outreach projects; provide instructional and research resources for Sportfish Research Institute. (GF000166)Description
The department head, Biological Sciences, and/or Director of Sportfish Research Institute may at their discretion use endowment funds for the designated purpose outlined in the endowment.
History
Florida Tech has teamed up with The Sportfish Research Institute to educate and give students the opportunity to study the ecosystem of The Indian River Lagoon. The stated lagoon is the most essential nursery for sportfish. Fish that includes tarpon, snoot, sea trout, etc. The lagoon is the perfect environment for these fish due to it’s enriched soil, solid mangroves, and the migration of prey for the sportfish to consume. Sportfish Research Institute holds many research events at the lagoon in attempts to preserve its entirety.
