November Newsletter

COP31: We Need a Greater Sense of Urgency Backed by Firm National Commitments for Ocean-Climate Action

Before heading to Türkiye for the annualy U.N. Climate Change Conference, UCI Senior Ocean Policy Fellow Tony MacDonald previews what's at stake for the oceans, which are higher on the agenda than ever before.

UCI and School of Social Work Project Will Foster Dialogues on Equity Dimensions of Coastal Resilience

The UCI and Monmouth University School of Social Work will establish a campus learning community providing opportunities for students, faculty, and community partners to engage in conversations about the intersection of climate change, social inequity, and lived experiences.

Watch: Marine Biology Class Probes Nor’easter Impacts on Mole Crab Abundance

Days after the September nor'easter, Professor Jason Adolf’s marine bio lab returned to a beach where they previously studied the abundance of mole crabs to see if the storm impacted their populations.

Herrington Receives ASBPA’s Highest Individual Honor at Centennial Conference

Congratulations to UCI Acting Director Tom Herrington, who received the ASBPA's highest honor, the Morrough P. O’Brien Award, during its National Coastal Conference Centennial Celebration in Atlantic City on Oct. 7. He was also a guest on the ASBPA's "Shaping Shores" podcast, where he discussed New Jersey’s longstanding support for coastal projects, evolutions in technology, and how Sandy impacted coastal science, policy, and communities.

Cape Tech Students Learn Techniques of Coastal Resilience Research, Restoration at Clam Cove

Fourteen years to the day since Hurricane Sandy landed on the Jersey Shore, UCI staff provided a tour to Cape May Technical High School students of a tidal marsh that was damaged by the storm and measures now underway to improve its resilience.

Watch: Climate Activist Oghenovo Ebireri Shares “Words for a Warming World”

In a webinar moderated by UCI/Rechnitz Family Endowed Chair in Marine and Environmental Law and Policy Peter Jacques, Nigerian activist and writer Oghenovo Ebireri explored the role of language in climate communication and how students, writers, creatives, and organizations can turn climate awareness into meaningful action. 

Marine Research at Monmouth

Tracking Sharks Along New Jersey's Coast

Tag along with Professor Keith Dunton and students as they implant tracking devices in sharks in this video produced by the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection. The acoustic tags in each shark will provide data on their movements for a decade. 

Tongesayi and Students Advance Microplastics Research

School of Science Associate Dean and Professor of Analytical Chemistry Tsana Tongesayi published two studies with undergraduate researchers that advance understanding of how microplastics change in aquatic and coastal environments.

Upcoming Events

For New Jersey K-12 Teachers

Monmouth University Climate Change Learning Collaborative PD Sessions

View a list of upcoming sessions aimed to prepare teachers to teach climate change in developmentally appropriate ways across all grade levels and subject areas.

November 2-20

COP31 Virtual Ocean Pavilion

Create a free account to access live events, digital exhibits and other interactive features. The UCI is a partner on this platform dedicated to raising the visibility of the oceans in the upcoming climate negotiations in Türkiye.

November 8

Volunteer Day at the Lighthouse Center for Natural Resource Education

Waretown

Pitch in for a few hours or the whole day to help maintain and improve the Lighthouse Center and its surrounding trails and habitat.

November 11 | 6 p.m.

Monmouth University Climate Cafe

Edison Hall 201

Participate in an open dialogue about the impacts of climate change in your life and community, organized by the UCI and School of Social Work.

November 18 | 3:30-6 p.m.

Monmouth University 2026 GIS Day

Edison Hall 201

Featuring a Poster & Map Gallery and Careers in GIS Panel. Complete this form if you'd like to share a GIS project, research poster, or map.

December 3 | 6:45 p.m.

Fall eDNA BioBlitz Workshop

Edison Hall 201

Learn what water samples collected by volunteers at local beaches in October reveal about the fish living in Monmouth County waters. Food and refreshments will be served beginning at 6 p.m., with presentations starting at 6:45 p.m. Email rkane@monmouth.edu for more details.

April 28-30

The 2027 Mid-Atlantic Ocean Forum

Monmouth University

Save the dates for MARCO's ninth annual conference featuring interactive discussions, expert presentations, networking opportunities and demonstrations focusing on regional ocean initiatives. Stay tuned for details about presenter opportunities, registration, and more. 

Work at Monmouth

Apply Now

On-Call Vessel Captain

Monmouth University has an immediate opening for an on-call vessel captain within the School of Science. The position will support efforts of the Marine Environmental Biology and Policy program, Urban Coast Institute, and other University constituencies and partners.

For Students & Recent Grads

UCI Marine and Environmental Internships, Research and Job Opportunities Listings

Visit our page on the MyMU Portal for latest listings (Monmouth sign-in credentials required). Employers interested in posting may send info to uci@monmouth.edu.

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