The 2026 Coastal Solutions Symposium will take place on Friday, November 6, 2026, from 8:00 AM–6:00 PM in the University Center Anchor Ballroom at Texas A&M University–Corpus Christi.
This one-day symposium will bring together students, researchers, faculty, industry professionals, agencies, nonprofits, and community partners to share ideas, highlight applied research, and build connections that support coastal resilience and sustainability.
The program will include oral presentations, rapid poster highlights, a plenary keynote, an interactive poster and industry engagement lunch, career development support, and an evening career networking reception. The schedule below is a draft and may be updated as the program is finalized.
The symposium will feature themed presentation sessions that combine standard oral presentations, rapid-fire talks, and an interactive poster session.
Poster Specifications
Posters should be printed in portrait orientation and must not exceed 24 inches wide × 36 inches tall (61 × 91 cm).
This size allows us to maximize participation while providing ample space for networking and discussion during the poster session.
Presenters are encouraged to use concise text, high-quality figures, and a clear visual layout to facilitate engaging conversations with attendees.
The Career Prep Zone, offered in collaboration with TAMU-CC Career Services, will be available throughout the symposium. Attendees can stop by for career guidance, résumé feedback, professional development support, and professional headshots.
8:30 – 9:00 AM: Registration and Continental Breakfast
9:00 – 9:15 AM: Welcome and Opening Remarks
9:15 – 10:00 AM: Plenary Keynote
10:00 – 10:15 AM: Morning Break
10:15 – 11:30 AM: Session 1: Understanding Coastal Change — From Observation to ApplicationExploring how monitoring, modeling, field observations, and data-driven approaches can inform decisions and support coastal management.
11:30 AM – 12:15 PM: Session 2: Advancing Coastal Sustainability — Innovation, Resilience, and StewardshipHighlighting research and partnerships that promote sustainable coastal communities, ecosystems, industries, and resources.
12:15 – 2:00 PM: Lunch + Poster and Industry Engagement: Research in ActionAn interactive lunch session featuring posters, applied research, and opportunities to connect with presenters, partners, and professionals.
2:00 – 3:00 PM: Session 3: From Research to Practice — Industry Research Needs and PrioritiesConnecting academic, agency, and industry perspectives to identify applied research needs, data gaps, and partnership opportunities.
3:00 – 3:45 PM: Session 4: From Ideas to Implementation — Coastal Solutions and EngineeringShowcasing solution-oriented projects related to coastal resilience, restoration, engineering, infrastructure, and nature-based approaches.
3:45 – 4:00 PM: Afternoon Break
4:00 – 6:00 PM: Career Networking ReceptionIn collaboration with TAMU-CC Career Services, the symposium will conclude with an extended career networking reception designed to connect students and early-career professionals with representatives from industry, government, consulting, nonprofit, and applied environmental fields.
Networking details are still being finalized and may include both structured and informal opportunities to discuss career pathways, internships, job opportunities, professional skills, and cross-sector collaboration.
Snacks and refreshments will be provided.
6:00 PM: Adjourn
The final program will include accepted presentations, poster details, industry engagement opportunities, Career Prep Zone activities, and networking information. Please check back for updates as the program is finalized.
