Funded by; USEPA and Michigan DNR, $100,000.00, October 2010-April 2012 This three-pronged project will improve communication of beach monitoring to the public. First, videos will be produced demonstrating qPCR beach monitoring methods for laboratory technicians and outlining the basic function and importance of the test to a general audience. Second, workshops and online materials will improve communication between journalists and beach managers, leading to better communication of nearshore health issues to the public. Finally, a nonprofit environmental news service will dedicate sustained and in-depth coverage to exploring trends in nearshore health, causes and consequences. The net effect will be smoother flow of better information to the public. For more information, visit http://www.cws.msu.edu/GLRI.htm