In this episode of Going Coastal, Jon Miller and Marissa Torres have a chat with master’s student Marcus Landers (Stevens Institute of Technology) and incoming Stevens PhD student Margo Dietrich (currently at Yale) for a new Student Research Spotlight. They tell us about their paths into coastal engineering and experiences abroad - all roads lead to the coast. Get the episode on your favorite platform now to hear about the different stages of dune evolution and what coastal resilience looks like from the lens of construction and home owner’s insurance.

Thank you to NJ Sea Grant for sponsoring this episode.

What does it look like to break into coastal science as a student, and win national awards along the way?

In this episode, Marissa Torres and Deb Fernandes talk with Brenna Derby and Vicky Gao about REUs, harmful algal blooms, environmental economics, working with ASBPA’s Science & Technology Committee, and the honest advice they wish more students heard about finding funding, taking chances, and building a coastal career that fits who you are.

If you’re a student, early-career coastal nerd, or just coastal-curious, this convo is packed with stories, practical tips, and a lot of reassurance that there’s no single “right” way to build a life at the coast.

This month on Going Coastal, Marissa Torres and Deb Fernandes talk with Heather Korzun and Neal McMillin about their unique paths into coastal resilience and policy, and their experiences as NOAA fellows. From community engagement in New Jersey to shaping bipartisan ocean policy on Capitol Hill, they share insights, lessons learned, and advice for future fellows.

Thank you to NJ Sea Grant for sponsoring this episode.