Shelby Schmeltzle is our new Aquarist and Environmental Educator. She graduated in 2016 from Kutztown University of Pennsylvania with a Bachelor’s degree in Marine Biology. Since graduating she has been worked up and down the east coast from Mystic, CT to the Florida Keys. Shelby is responsible for taking care of the aquarium exhibits and marine animals. She also assists with educational programs both at the Institute and on Traveling Environmental Education and Group Outreach Programs. Be sure to say hello the next time you visit!

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