Past Events

Travel awards support students in presenting or conducting research or creative projects at academic or professional conferences. These awards help cover travel-related expenses for activities that have been accepted or submitted for presentation.

2:30 pm – 3:30 pm • Hybrid

Speaker(s): Sabrina Heiser, Laura Sisk-Hackworth, Bea DiBona, Ariel Bellatin, and Aneena Raju

Join us for Employee Appreciation Day on Friday, March 6, at 2:00 PM in the Lyceum.

2:00 pm – 2:30 pm • In Person

The University of Texas Marine Science Institute hosts a public lecture series, bringing scientists to the stage to share engaging talks on marine science, coastal ecosystems and research discoveries.

7:00 pm – 8:00 pm • Hybrid

The 2026 public lecture series features in-person presentations by scientists on their research and programs, free for everyone to attend. Lectures are held at 7:00 PM at the Patton Center, with doors opening at 6:30 PM.

7:00 pm – 8:00 pm • In Person

Speaker(s): Andrew Orgill and Tess Kelly

Celebrate the Year of the Fire Horse with us at UTMSI’s Chinese New Year Celebration on Friday, February 13, 2026, at the Campus Commons, featuring cultural activities, shared learning, Chinese food, and an optional homemade dessert share.

5:00 pm – 8:00 pm • In Person

Controls on nutrient distributions in the deep-water region of the Gulf of Mexico

11:00 am – 12:00 pm • Hybrid

Speaker(s): Victor Camacho

The 2026 public lecture series features in-person presentations by scientists on their research and programs, free for everyone to attend. Lectures are held at 7:00 PM at the Patton Center, with doors opening at 6:30 PM.

7:00 pm – 8:00 pm • In Person

Speaker(s): Randy Bissell

We’re excited to welcome Librarian Janelle Hedstrom to UTMSI from February 10–13 for workshops, one-on-one meeting opportunities, and more.

12:00 pm – 12:00 pm • In Person

UT Marine Science Institute researchers present talks on ancient marine trace fossils and the ecological impacts of long-term forest pest outbreaks in Alaska.

11:00 am – 12:00 pm • Hybrid

Speaker(s): Sara Biddle and Christopher Peterson

The 2026 public lecture series features in-person presentations by scientists on their research and programs, free for everyone to attend. Lectures are held at 7:00 PM at the Patton Center, with doors opening at 6:30 PM.

7:00 pm – 8:00 pm • In Person

Speaker(s): Lee Fuiman