The University of Southern Mississippi’s Coastal Operations will be a national leader addressing issues relevant to people in coastal and maritime settings.
Make strategic investments in support of the unique education and research needs of the coastal community
Strengthen existing programs that support local, regional, national and international demand
Develop innovative new academic programs to meet the evolving needs of the coastal maritime sector
Position our Gulf Park Campus in Long Beach to serve as a hub for academic instruction in key fields
Continue to develop specialized operations that elevate innovation and research across the entire Mississippi Gulf Coast
Support opportunities unique to businesses, industries and government services that benefit from ocean and coastal resources
Address needs related to the emerging Blue Tech Economy
Advance our understanding of the distinctive features that define us as coastal communities
Improve the resilience of our coastal community