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    Integrated biologist prepares to give vials of live grunion eggs to us so we can see the eggs hatch.  Next we hit the beach.
    Jamie R.

    Showed up during the first new moon of grunion mating season. As did about 50 others who were interested in the marine scientist's midnight talk at Sumner Auditorium, followed by a wait on the beach for the little silversides to arrive. Scripps staff and volunteers were organized, upbeat, and happy to give the public a view of their work and of the protected marine area along LaJolla Shores, The fishies live and breed only in the surface waters and beaches of Southern California and Baja. When they run, it's always at night and right after high tide. Scripps/aquarium staff did a great job informing us about the way to behave at water's edge to minimize our impact during the grunion's horney Spring break from the Pacific. One volunteer became the Paul Blart of the event - herding offenders out of the surf, and chastising the over eager after they chased some of the 6" fish back into the waves. It was fun, thanks not only to Mother Nature, but to one of her biggest fans, Scripps Institute of Oceanography.

    Gail P.

    While traversing the newly-built path that takes you down to Scripps Beach at La Jolla Shores yesterday, I passed a beautiful building and admired it whole heartedly. As the hot afternoon progressed and I ran back and forth between the ocean, I looked up from the beach below and saw that up at this Scripps Forum, they were primping for a wedding and a fancy one at that. Now I have been to Scripps Institute of Oceanography many times, but had no idea they held weddings there! Before leaving the beach and venturing up the stairs, I made sure to try and fix myself up enough to look presentable and go hang around to see if I could get enough of a story for a Yelp or Stringers at least. The wedding guests outside on the terrace patio were sweet and answered many of my prying questions. The happy couple was Michael and Sarah and I imagine they had some kind of relation to this campus although I don't know exactly what. The wedding crowd looked prosperous and older. Despite my wet hair and the oily residue on my skin, I managed to learn about the Scripps Seaside Forum. Yes-wedding and social events are held here-right up against the edge of the cliffs over-looking La Jolla Shores-an extraordinary, ocean-front venue. This conference center facility is located right in the heart of Scripps Institution of Oceanography just south of Scripps Pier, and seems like a very relaxed and comfortable atmosphere. The breathtaking view makes the Scripps Seaside Forum a wonderful location, however, a guest told me that inside, the building is green and LEED Certified. It was awarded LEED Certification from the U.S. Green Building Council in August 2009. The Rating includes site sustainability, water efficiency, energy and atmosphere, indoor environmental quality, and an innovative design process. The interior is high tech-with all the latest in computers, technology and gadgets. Along with all this are the several awards from Orchids & Onions and The American Institute of Architects, an affiliation with an excellent University, and that seaside perch! Despite my improper attire and sandy feet, there is no doubt in my mind that Scripps Forum is 5 YELP STARS all the way, baby!

    Roxy F.

    The students here are amazing there is so much opportunity here for professional research and career opportunities. I work here once a week and the development I see with earth, ecology, oceanology and geography, is fantastic we have brilliant scientist making a contribution to science, education and business.

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    Diane I.

    How has no one reviewed scripps so far? It's probably one of the most beautiful campuses in the world - or at least I think so - and an amazing program. One of Al Gore's top ten places in the world! Come check out the campus - email a prof and go see some labs! And if you can find someone with a key, go explore the pier! Also if you know someone at SIO, have them bring you to the weekly happy hour. $1 beers - Karl Strauss keg- free snacks, pool table and it's next to the water.

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    Love it here just to walk around and watch the pier and the ocean.

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    What a gorgeous facility. I don't know how anyone that goes to school there can concentrate. The views are amazing!

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