Dr. Adam Galovan

Associate Professor

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Biography

Adam Galovan is an Associate Professor in the Department of Human Ecology at the University of Alberta, specializing in couple relationships and family science. His research focuses on how couples negotiate their roles and the various dimensions of their relationships to lead healthy and productive lives. He aims to understand the challenges partners face and how roles affect relationship health, especially in the context of parenting. Adam employs rigorous quantitative methodologies, including advanced multivariate statistics and longitudinal analyses, to explore the intricate dynamics of couple well-being. He actively mentors graduate students with interests in relationship dynamics and couple well-being. His work includes research projects utilizing binational data from couples in the United States and Canada, examining the role of virtues and character strengths in relationships. Adam has published numerous papers in prestigious journals, contributing significant insights to the fields of family psychology and relationship science.

Research Interests

Courses

HECOL 410 - Parent-Child Relationships HECOL 611 - Theory Family Ecology

Requirements for University of Alberta

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:21
Reading
Required:21
Writing
Required:21
Speaking
Required:21
Total
Required:93
Prerequisites
Undergraduate degree in Mechanical Engineering or Engineering Management
Application Checklist
  • Three letters of reference
  • Curriculum Vitae
  • Personal Statement
  • Official Transcripts (upon admission)
Specialization Notes

Department: Mechanical Engineering and Engineering Management