In a resolution by the Dauphin Island Sea Lab's Board of Directors, chaired by University of South Alabama's President V. Gordon Moulton, the Estuarium has changed its name to the George F. Crozier Estuarium at the Dauphin Island Sea Lab. A name changing ceremony took place on Saturday, April 19, 2008.

IN RECOGNITION OF GEORGE F. CROZIER

WHEREAS, Dr. George F. Crozier, a leader in the study and advancement of marine sciences in the State of Alabama since 1968, served as Executive Director of the Dauphin Island Sea Lab from 1977 until his retirement in December, 2007; and

WHEREAS, Dr. Crozier initiated the first high school marine science program in 1971, and

WHEREAS, Dr. Crozier was instrumental in establishing the first public awareness campaign for Mobile Bay through Bay Watch and the Estuarium, a public aquarium; and

WHEREAS, he has dedicated his life to the promotion of marine science education and research.

NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Board of Directors for the Marine Environmental Sciences Consortium, by this resolution, in honor and recognition for his outstanding efforts do hereby name the Dauphin Island Estuarium -

THE GEORGE F. CROZIER ESTUARIUM

(caption left to right - son Bill Crozier; Dr. George F. Crozier; wife Dr. Deanna Crozier pose in front of the new sign proclaiming the George F. Crozier Estuarium at the Dauphin Island Sea Lab. Photo: Melissa Mills).