Coastal Studies Institute

06/23/2026

Maddie Dickens spent her Spring 2026 semester at the ECU Outer Banks Campus, and she recently wrote about her experience. Read her thoughts in our latest web story ⤵️

06/19/2026

Team "Geared Up" from Waters Edge Village School in Corolla recently competed at the KidWind Worlds competition in Madison, Wisconsin.

After they won top prize in their division at the 2026 NC Renewable Energy Challenge at CSI in March, they also received great feedback from judges at the World competition, including:

"Your rookie team's creative use of recycled materials, engaging team video, and outstanding sportsmanship that was recognized by many other students were wonderful additions to the event."

Way to go, Geared Up! We're so impressed!

06/11/2026

The Spring edition of CoastLines is now available! Read our online newsletter to learn about the exciting research and programs happening on the ECU Outer Banks Campus this spring and summer. ⤵️
https://new.express.adobe.com/webpage/q8tWAdsQ75xeu

06/10/2026

Evening in the Estuary is fun for adults and kids alike! Join us on an upcoming excursion this summer from 4-6 PM on June 23, July 21, or August 18.

Tailored to elementary and middle school-aged children and their gu...

06/08/2026

Overall, we think CSI is a ~swell~ place to work, especially as we celebrate World Oceans Day!

Themed attire, summer camps, and fieldwork at the Jennette's Pier Wave Energy Test Site are all in a day's work here at the coast.

06/02/2026

Cruise into CSI this month! June programs include:

- Guided Campus Tours, 6/10 & 24 at 10 AM
- Coastal Kingdoms Camp, 6/8-12 & 6/15-19
- Shapes in Science Camp, 6/22-26

For more information and registration links for each listing, visit https://www.coastalstudiesinstitute.org/upcoming-events/.

05/29/2026

Exciting news for our renewable ocean energy research programs! ⤵️

CSI Designated as TEAMER Facility May 3, 2026 | CSI Latest News, NCROEP, Renewable Ocean Energy Compared to the wind and solar energy sectors, the marine renewable energy field is only in its infancy, and researchers and developers have their work cut out for them. Fortunately, a federally funded pr...

05/28/2026

05/21/2026

Explore the scenic and beautiful Outer Banks? Learn about photography and other creative techniques, such as ceramics and relief printing? Make cool art inspired by nature? Check, check, and check!

It's not too late to register your child for CSI's Shapes in Science camp during the week of June 22. For more info and to sign up, visit https://www.coastalstudiesinstitute.org/summer_camps/.