LSSU Center for Freshwater Research & Education

Richard and Theresa Barch Center for Freshwater Research & Education

Our Mission: Partnering to sustain Great Lakes resources through education, research, and community engagement.

CFRE is Making an Impact

Explore the links below to learn how we are partnering to sustain the Great Lakes’ resources through education, research, and community engagement. Learn more about our involvement in freshwater research, undergraduate education, community and k-12 education, and the USCG Center of Expertise.

Great Lakes Research

Current and Prospective Students

K-12 Education

Great Lakes Discovery Center and Community Resources

Richard and Theresa Barch Center for Freshwater Research & Education.

Visit the Great Lakes Discovery Center

Explore the science and stories of the Great Lakes at the Dr. Constance Baker Great Lakes Discovery Center in Sault Ste. Marie. Operated by LSSU’s Center for Freshwater Research and Education, our hands-on exhibits—including a lake sturgeon touch tank—bring fisheries management and conservation to life for all ages. Join us to discover how we’re researching and protecting our vital freshwater ecosystems.