Pacific Island Studies

Pacific Island Studies is an interdisciplinary field that explores the history, culture, politics, environment, and social issues of the Pacific Islands, including Polynesia, Melanesia, and Micronesia. It examines how Indigenous communities live, adapt, and maintain their identities amid modern challenges like climate change, globalization, and development. The field also studies the islands' unique ecosystems and the ways their people relate to land and sea. Overall, Pacific Island Studies aims to deepen understanding of this diverse region's significance, resilience, and evolving narratives within a global context.