This event is in the past.It took place on March 6, 2026 at Earth and Marine Sciences B206 Auditorium.




Preserved Beach Ridges as Archives of Coastal Change
Santa Cruz
Geologist Chris Hein unpacks how ancient beach ridges reveal the story of our shifting coastlines. A rare chance to dive into coastal science with a researcher who's literally written the book on barrier island evolution.
Academic lecture
Coastal science
Free admission
Expert speaker
Tips
đarrive early for parking on science hill
đbring a notepad, the desks are tiny
âgrab coffee at Perk right next door
Preserved Beach Ridges as Archives of Coastal Change




Geologist Chris Hein unpacks how ancient beach ridges reveal the story of our shifting coastlines. A rare chance to dive into coastal science with a researcher who's literally written the book on barrier island evolution.
Academic lecture
Coastal science
Free admission
Expert speaker
Tips
đarrive early for parking on science hill
đbring a notepad, the desks are tiny
âgrab coffee at Perk right next door
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