BA(Hons)'20, Combined Honours in Early Modern Studies and History
Pronouns: she/her
Emily Pictou-Roberts is a proud member of Millbrook First Nation and granddaughter of living Shubenacadie Residential School survivor, Robert Pictou. A Mi’kmaw graduate of University of King’s College (BA Combined Honours in Early Modern Studies and History), and former History Interpreter at the Millbrook Cultural and Heritage Centre, she is inspired by the opportunity to combine her academic and cultural backgrounds as the Indigenous Support and Outreach Coordinator. She was the first Nsukwi’ in Residence in Atlantic Canada.
As Indigenous Support and Outreach Coordinator, Emily provides cultural, emotional and spiritual support, ensuring the application of Mi’kmaw perspectives. Her goals include, but are not limited to:
Most importantly, Emily’s main goal is simply to show up and be there for our Indigenous students.