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The Unit Publications series (4.5 linear feet) contains printed material published specifically by the Michigan Sea Grant. These publications are defined as being widely distributed and may be published at regular intervals. They are arranged alphabetically by genre of the publication. Included in the unit publications are several different manuals that focus on risk management, confined water training, and homeowners guides that address environmental concerns. Several of the manuals focus on educators and outline projects geared towards children in 6-8th grades. Several editions of the Michigan Sea Grant newsletter titled Upwellings are also included in this series. Upwellings contains general information about recent projects and reports sponsored by the Michigan Sea Grant Program. This newsletter can serve as a good starting point for individuals interested in gathering a broad understanding of the goals, mission, and target areas of interest of the Michigan Sea Grant Program.

The reports have retained the original organizational structure given to them by the donor and are arranged by their year of publication and publication number. These reports address a wide range of issues and could be used by individuals researching topics concerning land erosion, Grand Traverse Bay, scuba diving safety, wildlife, and environmental concerns. Many of the reports focus on pollution problems and discuss polychlorinated biphenyls and other chemical pollutants. Also included are reports that address economic concerns such as the fishing industry, Great Lakes shipping, petroleum, and boating.

The Topical Publications series (1 linear foot) includes printed materials published to document specific events or activities such as fund-raising or one-time conferences hosted by the Michigan Sea Grant College Program. The topical publications also contain recipe books, publications addressing boating, economic opportunities, environmental concerns, and a hurricane reconstruction initiative. In addition to the more general topical subjects there is a folder that contains a number of publications that address zebra mussels and other invasive species and their effect on the Great Lakes area. Visual material is also included in the Topical series, such as two VHS tapes addressing environmental concerns, and digital materials documenting hurricane reconstruction in Nicaragua.