Led by ECU, the Coastal Studies Institute (CSI) is a multi-institutional research partnership of the UNC system. Partner universities include UNC-Chapel Hill, NC State University, Elizabeth City State University, and UNC Wilmington. Located on ECU's Outer Banks Campus, the Coastal Studies Institute is a highly productive marine field station with significant programs in interdisciplinary coastal research, education, and engagement. In additional to coastal and marine research, CSI faculty and staff offer educational programming for undergraduates, graduates, K-12 students, teachers, and the general public.