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"We examine residence as a process of collective endeavor to for successful recovery."
Nina Gjoci, Ph.D. - Associate Director of Research CfR

Topics and Methods


We support research that bridges theory with practice and that directly impacts solving our most pressing problems influencing Southeast Texas’ readiness to deal with crises.


Center for Resiliency strives for excellence and follows high-quality standards for high impact with an interdisciplinary approach to research. The Methods workshop offers the most up-to-date research approaches to be applied into an interdisciplinary research setting. The Lecture Series brings nationally recognized experts to share research on pressing resiliency topics for SETX and more. The Graduate Student fellows

lu star logo  Methods for Impact Workshop is open to researchers, faculty, practitioners, and graduate      students. These workshops offer advanced research methods instructions to design and conduct research for impact and applied research.


lu star logo  Resiliency Topics Lecture brings research experts from around the country to share their research at the center. These events are open to the university, stakeholders, and community organizations.

lu star logo  Graduate Resiliency Fellows program offers an opportunity for graduate students to conduct short-term independent research and collaborate with Faculty Research Fellows within their area of focus. Graduate Fellows gain practical research experience and enhance their impact research skills.