Pacific Marine Mammal Center
Stephanie Gilroy has a diverse work experience spanning various roles and industries. Stephanie has worked at the Pacific Marine Mammal Center, starting as a Donor Relations and Events Coordinator in 2015 and eventually becoming the Director of Volunteer Engagement in 2022. Their responsibilities included coordinating donations, memberships, and fundraising events, as well as conducting facility tours. Prior to that, Stephanie worked as a Community Services Leader at the City of Laguna Hills, CA from 2011 to 2015. In addition, they have experience in zoological education as a Zoological Education Coordinator at SeaWorld San Diego in 2015. Stephanie also worked in residential housing at CSUMB East Campus Residential Life as a Lead Residential Housing Assistant from 2011 to 2014, providing customer service and support to students. Stephanie has also worked as a Marine Science Educator at Camp SEA Lab from 2012 to 2013, where they organized beach clean-ups and led educational activities. Stephanie's work experience also includes a role as a Nurses Assistant in the Pediatrics department at Children's Hospital of Orange County from 2005 to 2008, where they provided direct care and support to children.
Stephanie Gilroy completed their Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree in Environmental Science Technology and Policy, with an emphasis in Marine and Coastal Ecology from California State University, Monterey Bay. Stephanie attended the university from 2009 to 2014.
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Pacific Marine Mammal Center
The Pacific Marine Mammal Center rescues, rehabilitates and releases marine mammals and inspires ocean stewardship through research, education and collaboration. Pacific Marine Mammal Center is a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization. Unlike whales and dolphins, seals and sea lions don't have to remain in water in order to survive. The animals beach themselves to be warm and dry when feeling ill. They seek rest on land for a variety of reasons and are not always in need of intervention. Our staff is trained to recognize animals suffering from infections, malnourishment, pneumonia, gill net strangulation, etc. which can harm an animal's chance for survival. When a "patient" is admitted, our staff performs all necessary procedures under the direction and protocols set by the Animal Care Director and our Veterinary Medical Director. During the course of rehabilitation, animals require a variety of treatments such as administration of antibiotics and subcutaneous fluids, tube feeding, force feeding, wound care, etc. Most animals come in dehydrated and the most effective means to provide fluids and nourishment is through tube feeding. The process requires blending of fish, electrolytes, warm water, vitamins, and medication into a fish formula. This formula is fed to the animals by inserting a flexible tube into the stomach using large syringes. As soon as the animals are hydrated and stable, we wean them to eat whole fish. Once an animal has gained an optimal weight and is competing for food, it's ready for release. Prior to release, each animal is tagged with an identification number. The color-coded tags indicate the animal has been rehabilitated and helps identify the specific animal and care center in case the animal needs care in the future. We strive to return every one of our patients back to the wild once their care with us is complete.