15.670

The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (Service) is partnering with California State University, Sacramento (Sacramento State) and University Enterprises Incorporated (UEI) to support a bridge between disciplines of science and management using an educational platform. The goal of this agreement is to advance the Service⿿s mission and priorities and the educational mission of the Recipient by joining an array of supportive research, education and outreach projects and activities and simultaneously increasing public awareness regarding natural resource management and the science related to the field. The purpose of this award is to support the Service⿿s mission to conduct fish and wildlife management activities that align with the conservation, restoration, and management goals and priorities. This award is made under the authority of the National Wildlife Refuge System Administration Act, 16 U.S.C. §§668dd-ee.