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Alexandra Fidyk is a Professor in the Department of Secondary Education at the University of Alberta, where she specializes in areas such as trauma studies, analytical psychology, and curriculum studies. She has a rich academic background, having previously served as Core Faculty Research Coordinator at the Pacifica Graduate Institute and as an Assistant Professor at National Louis University. Alexandra obtained her PhD from the University of Calgary, focusing her dissertation on the hermeneutic exploration of silence. Her clinical training includes certification from the C. G. Jung Institute of Chicago and training in family constellation work. With over three decades of experience, she integrates contemplative practices from Zen and Theravada Buddhism into her work. Her research interests include trauma and its implications in educational settings, innovative pedagogical strategies, and the interplay between creativity and suffering. Alexandra's commitment to teaching excellence has earned her several awards, including the University of Alberta Provost Award for Excellence in Graduate Teaching.
Department: Mechanical Engineering and Engineering Management