This year marks the second annual Chesapeake Studies Conference, an interdisciplinary exploration of the Chesapeake and Delmarva region. Renowned for its seafood, poultry, and beaches, the region has a complex ecosystem, a long and fascinating history, and a unique culture. Sponsored by Salisbury University, this conference brings together scholars, researchers, students, and interested non-academics from diverse disciplinary perspectives, including the humanities, social sciences, and natural sciences.