2026 Student Poster and Lightning Talk Competition
Posted on Oct. 9, 2026 / NJAFM News / Subscribe 0
Calling All Students: Showcase Your Research at the 2026 NJAFM Annual Conference!
Are you a college student researching floodplain management, coastal resilience, stormwater management, climate adaptation, or a related field? Share your work with professionals in the field at the 2026 New Jersey Association of Floodplain Management (NJAFM) Annual Conference!
NJAFM is excited to host its inaugural Student Poster and Lightning Talk Competition, offering undergraduate and graduate students an opportunity to present their research, connect with industry professionals, and compete for cash prizes.
Two $1,000 prizes will be awarded:
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Best Undergraduate Poster/Talk Combination
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Best Graduate Poster/Talk Combination
Who Should Participate?
Undergraduate and graduate students conducting research related to floodplain management, water resources, coastal resilience, climate adaptation, stormwater management, environmental science, engineering, planning, or other related fields are encouraged to participate.
Whether you're presenting ongoing research, a class project, or the results of a completed study, this is an opportunity to share your work with professionals dedicated to building more resilient communities.
Competition Details
Abstract Submission Deadline: September 22, 2026
Conference: October 20–22, 2026
Location: Hard Rock Hotel & Casino, Atlantic City, New Jersey
Student Poster Session: Tuesday, October 20, at 5:00 p.m., concurrent with the Cracker Barrel Consulting Session.
Lightning Talk Session: Wednesday, October 21, from 2:00–3:15 p.m. in the Seminole Ballroom.
Students participating in the lightning talk competition must also present a poster. Poster presenters should plan to remove their posters by Thursday, October 22, at 1:00 p.m. Please note that poster printing facilities will not be available at the conference.
Ready to Participate?
Don't miss this opportunity to share your research, gain valuable presentation experience, connect with floodplain management professionals, and compete for a $1,000 prize!
Learn more about the 2026 NJAFM Annual Conference and join professionals from across the region working to protect people, places, and property from flooding.
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