Samantha Chisholm Hatfield

Samantha Chisholm Hatfield is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Agricultural Education and Agricultural Sciences at Oregon State University, affiliated with the College of Agricultural Sciences. Her work focuses on integrating Traditional Ecological Knowledge (TEK) with Western climate science to address climate resilience in Indigenous communities, particularly regarding ecosystems, food systems, and cultural practices. She holds a faculty position in a department emphasizing agricultural education and interdisciplinary approaches to ecological challenges.

Her research interests include climate change impacts on Indigenous populations, TEK preservation, and the socio-ecological dimensions of marine and land management. Notable projects involve collaborations with tribal nations (e.g., Quinault Indian Nation) and international case studies in South Korea’s Haenyeo divers and Wando-gun island ecosystems.

Dr. Hatfield’s publications emphasize bridging disciplinary divides, such as merging TEK with marine conservation (orca studies, Haenyeo practices) and developing tribal climate adaptation frameworks. She actively advises non-thesis students and engages in interdisciplinary initiatives like the Indigenous Phenology Network.

Her work highlights intersections between Indigenous knowledge systems and global environmental challenges, advocating for culturally grounded solutions in climate science and policy. Current projects likely expand her focus on biocultural diversity and community-driven adaptation strategies.