The VISIONS’26 application is now open.  It can also be accessed through the story on the Ocean Observing Initiative’s homepage.

We are looking for students interested in participating on the VISIONS’26 at-sea experiential learning program and UW Sea-Going Research and Discovery course (OCEAN 411) Fall Quarter 2026. The VISIONS’26 at-sea program will provide you the opportunity to sail on a global-class research ship using a state-of the-art underwater robotic vehicle (ROV). The expedition will take place ~August 8 to September 4, 2026 aboard the 274-foot R/V Roger Revelle and will utilize the deep diving ROV Jason. We will be working at depths of up to 9500 ft beneath the ocean’s surface and >300 miles offshore in some of the most extreme environments on Earth. Live video from the ROV will be streamed to shore, and you will be able to share your experience through Daily Blogs. The expedition will include two ~11-day Legs leaving from and returning to Newport, OR, with two days in port between Legs. You may participate on one or more Legs.

Please submit the application via email by April 15, 2026 to Dr. Deb Kelley (dskelley@uw.edu; 206-685-9556) or drop off at Room 261, Ocean Teaching Building. If you have any questions, please e-mail Dr. Kelley.