Dr. Kelly Black

Professor

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Biography

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.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

2011-09-01 — Present

Vancouver Island University • Nanaimo, BC, Canada

Teaching and researching in the field of history with a focus on Indigenous/Settler relations.

Requirements for Vancouver Island University

Bachelor Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:2
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:88
PTE
Listening
Required:60
Reading
Required:60
Writing
Required:60
Speaking
Required:60
Overall
Required:60
Duolingo
Overall Score
Required:125
Overall
Required:125
Prerequisites
High school graduation English 12 with a minimum grade of 'C' Pre-calculus 12 with a minimum grade of 'B'
Application Checklist
  • Official high school transcripts
  • Proof of English proficiency
  • Copy of passport (for international students)
Specialization Notes

Department of Mathematics