Michelle Charest

Michele Charest is a Senior Lecturer at the Rhode Island School of Design (RISD), specializing in indigenous art, fiber arts, and interdisciplinary STEAM research. She holds a BA from Boston University, an MA from Illinois State University, and a PhD from Brown University. Her teaching emphasizes global indigenous art and architecture, advocating for indigenous rights and awareness through education. Research focuses include traditional textile production processes, ecological applications of plant-based materials, and environmental chemistry.

• Education:
  • BA, Boston University
  • MA, Illinois State University
  • PhD, Brown University

Her interdisciplinary work bridges art and science, exploring plant pigments from invasive species for indigo production and indicator plants to detect soil contaminants like lead and arsenic. She integrates ecology, chemistry, and digital tools (GIS/cartography) into her research, promoting sustainable and culturally responsible practices.

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