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Patrick D. Nunn
Patrick completed a BSc in Geography and Geology from the University of London King’s College before pursuing a PhD on Quaternary landscape evolution at University College London. His career led him to the University of the South Pacific in Fiji, where he spent 25 years, ultimately holding the position of Pro Vice-Chancellor. He later joined the University of New England and then the University of the Sunshine Coast as a Professor of Geography. For the past 30 years, Patrick has focused his research on the Pacific Basin, particularly islands and surrounding continents. He conducted excavations in Fiji, revealing Fiji’s likely first settlement at Bourewa around 3100 years ago. Patrick has actively engaged with local communities to share the significance of his findings, aided by his fluency in the Fijian language and cultural understanding. His research has expanded to Australia and Eur…
