2025 BIPOC
Coastal Research
Study Abroad Program

Join the Adventure

Duration:

3 mo. mentorship program
30 days abroad

Start Date

March 2025

Who can apply:

Students enrolled at a 2-4 yr.
Southern California Institution

Marine Biology
Environmental Science
Oceanography &
Other STEM Fields

Unique Experiences

PADI Certification: Comprehensive training for diving certification

Biodiversity Tracking: Using iNaturalist app for species cataloging

Underwater Surveying: Data collection on marine habitats

Microplastics Research: Studying pollution in coastal areas

Interested in learning how you can be a part of this life-changing experience?

Attend one of our information sessions below!

Information Session 1
Friday, January 24th
10 am - 11 am

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Information Session 2
Friday, January 31st
10 am - 11 am

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Partnerships:

Study Abroad in Baja, Mexico
(Summer 2025)

Collaborations: Work with CICESE and UNAM researchers

Cultural immersion: Enhance Spanish skills, historical and ecological site visits

For more information about the BIPOC Coastal Research & Study Abroad Program, please contact program director, Elizabeth Cotton, at blacktechlink@gmail.com​