Mapping the Deep: A Book Talk with Dawn Wright
April 7, 5:30 p.m.
PRAx, Detrick Hall, 470 SW 15th St., Corvallis
Explore the depths of the ocean with Dawn Wright, aka Deepsea Dawn, chief scientist of Esri and CEOAS courtesy professor.
Join us for a captivating event as Dawn takes you on an extraordinary adventure, reading from her new book and engaging in a lively conversation with the audience. At the reception afterwards, books will be available for purchase and signing by the author. This event is free but please register in advance.
About the book: Mapping the Deep: Innovation, Exploration & the Dive of a Lifetime highlights the crucial importance of mapping the ocean and its profound impact on our planet’s future. Through a blend of history, fascinating facts, and beautiful images, this book offers a unique perspective on the challenges and triumphs of deep-sea exploration. Read more about the book.
About the author: Oceanographer Dawn Wright made history in 2022 when she became the first Black person to visit Challenger Deep, the deepest and most unexplored place on Earth—a trip that took her over 10,000 meters beneath the Pacific Ocean’s surface. We know less about the ocean floor than we do about the surface of the moon. To date, barely one-fifth of the seabed has been mapped in high resolution. As an ocean scientist and explorer, Dawn has made it her mission to change that. Read more about the author.
This event is hosted by the College of Earth, Ocean, and Atmospheric Sciences. For questions or accommodation, please contact: des.anderson@osualum.com