Dr. David Taylor, an Assistant Professor of Sustainability
at Stony Brook University, recently visited Rocky Point High School and
delivered a talk related to environmental stewardship, the connection
between literature and conservation, and his own experiences in
traveling the world to help support environmental initiatives.
In this first of a four-part Rocky Point School District
STEAM Lecture Series, Dr. Taylor shared stories about traveling with
environmental theater groups in Cuba and the impact storytelling can
have on environmental conservation efforts. He also discussed the
development of Nassau and Suffolk counties, and how environmental spaces
have been preserved. Middle School and High School students had an
opportunity to speak with Dr. Taylor after his presentation to discuss
Stony Brook University and its role in sustainability.
“The series is designed to provide students and the
community opportunities to interact with professionals in STEAM fields
and to generate enthusiasm for pursuing STEAM-related career paths,”
said Mr. Aaron Factor, Rocky Point School District’s Director of Math,
Science, and Technology.
The next STEAM lecture is slated for Thursday, Jan. 23.