
Water Institute seminars, workshops and symposia bring together scientists, engineers, policy makers, water managers, industry representatives, lawyers, students and citizens to increase awareness of key water related issues, consider the challenges to water resources sustainability and explore solutions to the most pressing problems.
BRIDGES Webinar Series
March 12, 2026, 3:00 pm | Zoom
Register now for the next installment of the BRIDGES Webinar Series! This month’s webinar features Dr. Stephanie Romañach, a Research Ecologist from the United States Geological Survey. Dr. Romañach’s work includes using a combination of field observations and predictive ecological models to explore the impacts of climate change and ecosystem restoration on wildlife and will be explored in her presentation titled, “Modeling and Decision Support for Everglades Restoration Planning”.
Registration is required for attendance.

Water Institute Spring Student Showcase
March 26, 2026
Save the date for the Water Institute Spring Student Showcase! This full-day event will have a workshop, networking lunch, and presentations from our water science community. See what research Water Institute Travel Award recipients have completed, and end the day with a Distinguished Scholar Seminar featuring Water Institute Faculty Fellow Dr. Amanda Subalusky from the Department of Biology.
More information to be released soon.

Carter Conference and Student Luncheon Session & Faculty Meet-and-Connect Opportunities
April 1-3, 2026 | J. Wayne Reitz Union
Save the date for the Center for African Studies’ annual Carter Conference, “African Waters: Ecologies and Identities in Africa’s Lakes, Rivers, and Oceans,” on April 2 and 3! This interdisciplinary conference will explore the importance and evolving meanings of water across the African continent.
In collaboration, the UF Water Institute will host a student lunchtime session and faculty meet‑and‑connect opportunities on April 1 for the community to engage with four visiting scholars from Africa. Mark your calendar and stay tuned for upcoming information.

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