Student Opportunities

Louisiana SciComm Summit

A free, two-day science communication event—created by graduate students, for graduate students—designed to enhance communication skills. The Summit will consist of a series of panels, engaging speakers, concurrent breakout sessions and working groups. Meals are provided. Accommodations are available for non-New Orleans residents at no-charge. This year’s event will be held at the University of New Orleans campus on Thursday, November 14 and Friday, November 15, 2024. Space is limited. Interested applicants need to submit their application by September 6, 2024. — more about Louisiana SciComm Summit

Coastal Science Assistantship Program (CSAP)

The Louisiana Coastal Protection and Restoration Authority (CPRA) continues its support of a graduate assistantship opportunity called the Coastal Science Assistantship Program (CSAP). This program provides graduate assistant stipends for up to three years to Master of Science students both enrolled full-time at Louisiana colleges/universities and involved in research relevant to Louisiana coastal protection and restoration efforts. Application deadline for 2025 assistantships is December 3, 2024. — more about Coastal Science Assistantship Program

Sea Grant Graduate Fellowships

Sea Grant has many reputable fellowships specifically for graduate students that focus on professional development in budding careers for a variety of marine topics. — more about Sea Grant fellowships