Susan Guyette

Susan Guyette, Ph.D. (Cultural Anthropology, M.A. Urban and Regional Planning) blends both academic and planning careers with culturally diverse communities, lending a practical aspect to discussions of the adaptive planning process. She is of Native American heritage (M�tis--Mi'kmaq Indian and Acadian French) and utilizes many Indigenous examples to illustrate contrast in worldviews, values, and community priorities. Currently an Adjunct Professor at the Institute of American Indian Arts-...See more

Susan Guyette, Ph.D. (Cultural Anthropology, M.A. Urban and Regional Planning) blends both academic and planning careers with culturally diverse communities, lending a practical aspect to discussions of the adaptive planning process. She is of Native American heritage (M�tis--Mi'kmaq Indian and Acadian French) and utilizes many Indigenous examples to illustrate contrast in worldviews, values, and community priorities. Currently an Adjunct Professor at the Institute of American Indian Arts--teaching in the Masters degree program in Art Administration--she utilizes four decades of direct experience working with cultural centers and museums, as well as tourism and economic development with Indigenous and rural communities. Her work continues as a consultant through Santa Fe Planning & Research in New Mexico (USA). She cares deeply about the future of cultures, communities, and Mother Earth. ... See less