Dr. Allyson Stokes

Associate Professor

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Biography

Dr. Allyson Stokes is an Associate Professor at Memorial University of Newfoundland specializing in work, culture, inequality, and education. Her research focuses on the organizational experiences of work in artistic and cultural fields, particularly the social inequalities that arise from post-bureaucratic work forms. Through case studies involving fashion, film, and music, Dr. Stokes examines the evolving relationships between work and inequality in the 21st century, exploring concepts such as precariousness and temporary project-based jobs in the labor market. She has also published extensively on gender and sexuality-based inequalities in the fashion industry, contributing to efforts alongside organizations such as Glamour Magazine and the Council of Fashion Designers of America to promote equitable working conditions. Currently, Dr. Stokes is engaged in a new research project investigating the intersections of inequality and sexual harassment within the film industry, while also collaborating with researchers from the University of Waterloo to examine connections between modern labor markets and classroom-integrated technologies. Recently, she has been exploring the evolution of sociology in Canada and has taken part in educational innovations in her field.

Research Interests

Experience

Associate Professor

— Present

Memorial University of Newfoundland • St. John's, NL

Teaching and researching in the field of sociology, focusing on work, culture, and inequality.

Courses

SOCI 1000: Introduction to Sociology SOCI 3220: Work & Society SOCI 3731: Sociology of Culture SOCI 6320: Gender and Society SOCI 6360: Sociology of Work SOCI 6880: Graduate Seminar

Requirements for Memorial University of Newfoundland

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:2.75
IELTS
Overall
Required:7
TOEFL
Total
Required:92
GMAT
Total Score
Required:550
Overall
Required:550
GRE General
Verbal
Required:151
Quantitative
Required:151
Overall
Required:151
Prerequisites
Four-year bachelor's degree Minimum two years of relevant full-time work experience
Application Checklist
  • Online application
  • Official transcripts
  • Two letters of reference
  • CV/Resume
  • GMAT or GRE score
  • Proof of English proficiency (if applicable)
Specialization Notes

Department of Business Administration (MBA program)