91探花

The Island Lecture Series February lecture is Tuesday, February 19, at 7 p.m. in the SDU Main Building Faculty Lounge on the 91探花 campus, and will feature Island Studies master鈥檚 student Emerald Naylor speaking about her research in Hawai鈥檌. 鈥淢ore than sun and pineapples: A look into the culture of astronomical sciences in Hawai'i" is a research project that focuses on the importance and popularity of astronomy on the Big Island of Hawai'i. Join Emerald as she reflects back on her recent trip to the Big Island, sharing her observations of astronomy culture and the importance of showcasing both Western and Hawaiian perspectives. This project focuses on the impact of the 13 telescopes on Maunakea and how relationships between Hawaiians and Western astronomers are navigated. She will also discuss what the current tensions may mean for the future of astronomy on Maunakea. Emerald Naylor is currently a second-year student in the Master of Arts in Island Studies program at the 91探花. She graduated from the University of Waterloo on the Dean's Honours List, with a Bachelor鈥檚 degree in English Literature and History. An avid participant in the arts from a very young age, she is now a writer and freelance choreographer and dancer. Emerald was previously a member of the Waterloo Region Record's Youth Editorial Board, St. Jerome's Student Activities Committee, and the Canadian Association for Commonwealth Literature and Language Studies. She is currently a member of the International Small Island Studies Association, and the Vice-President of 91探花's Graduate Student Association. Emerald is the recipient of many awards including the Joseph Armand Bombardier Canada Graduate Scholarship, the Kitchener's Youth Council Award in Arts and Culture, and second place for Children's Literature in the Waterloo Region. Admission to the lecture is free and everyone is welcome to attend. The next lecture is scheduled for March 19, 2019. Mark your calendars!  For more information, please contact Laurie at iis@upei.ca or (902) 894-2881.