Deidre Sullivan

Director Emeritus

Academic Background:
- M.S. Geography/GIS with minor in Marine Resource Management, Oregon State University
- M.S. Marine Science/Geological Oceanography, Moss Landing Marine Laboratories
- B.A. Geological Sciences and Aquatic Biology, University of California, Santa Barbara

 As the Director and PI for the MATE Center (2005-2020; MATE Education and Industry Manager 1997-2004), Deidre conducted regional and national workforce studies, developed occupational guidelines and educational competencies for marine occupations, lead strategic planning, wrote proposals, developed curricula, and lead faculty workshops on marine GIS, marine robotics, marine workforce issues, and career planning for the MATE Center.

Currently, Deidre works on kelp restoration, sustainable water resource issues, and habitat conservation when she is not hiking, biking, diving or travelling.

Related Experience: Deidre has been a college educator for 25 years, and an informal educator for 5 years, and has taught courses in earth science, marine science, marine technology, marine careers, and introductory and advanced GIS. She has extensive experience in geophysical exploration, the use of submersible vehicles, and the application of geographic information systems (GIS) to the marine environment. Deidre is an avid diver and directed the diving program for Catalina Island Marine Institute in the past and currently sits of the Board of Directors for the Monterey County Water Resource Agency.

Personal Interests: traveling, diving, hiking, mountain biking, swing dancing, home improvement/landscaping, cooking and underwater tricycling (World Record Holder). Deidre currently works on projects focused on enhancing biodiversity and sustainability.