Kelly Black is a professor at Vancouver Island University specializing in Indigenous and Settler relations, local history, and environmental history. With a Bachelor of Arts with distinction from Vancouver Island University and advanced degrees (MA and PhD) from Carleton University, Kelly has a strong academic foundation in critical nationalism and resource extraction. Her research interests encompass higher education and how these themes interplay within the Canadian context, particularly in British Columbia. Kelly has contributed significantly to the field through her publications, which include articles on post-secondary education in the Northwest Territories and cultural heritage assessments. She has also participated in numerous conferences, addressing vital topics like colonialism and public interpretations around the Salish Sea. Kelly's ongoing work aims to enhance understanding of the intricate dynamics between Indigenous peoples and settler societies.
Vancouver Island University • Nanaimo, BC, Canada
Teaching and researching in the field of history with a focus on Indigenous/Settler relations.