Vreni has been a diver since 1975, first female divemaster of TSSC (1980), participated in the Aqua Women expeditions (1981-1993). 1986 part of REPEX, a NOAA-sponsored saturation excursion program for habitat diving. Awards: Women Divers Hall of Fame, BTS Medal of Excellence, BTS 20 Year Award for Loyalty & dedicated Service, TSSC Diver of the Year.