Dr. Andrea Quinlan

Associate Professor

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Biography

Andrea Quinlan is an Associate Professor and the Associate Chair for Undergraduate Studies in the Sociology Department at the University of Waterloo. She holds a Ph.D. in Sociology from York University, as well as a Master's and Bachelor's degree in Sociology from the University of Calgary. Her research focuses on the intersections of law, medicine, science, and technology in relation to criminal justice responses to sexual violence. Quinlan's work is particularly notable for its exploration of issues surrounding rape kits and the ongoing debates regarding their use, especially in the United States. Additionally, she is involved in several SSHRC-funded projects that examine sexual assault prevention and activism on university campuses, alongside colleagues from various universities. Quinlan has contributed to significant publications in the field, including books and journal articles that address the complexities of sexual violence and institutional responses to it.

Research Interests

Experience

Associate Professor | Associate Chair Undergraduate Studies

— Present

University of Waterloo • Waterloo, Ontario, Canada

Teaching and researching in Sociology with a focus on sexual violence and law.

Requirements for University of Waterloo

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6.5
Reading
Required:6.5
Writing
Required:6.5
Speaking
Required:6.5
Overall
Required:7
TOEFL
Listening
Required:22
Reading
Required:22
Writing
Required:22
Speaking
Required:22
Total
Required:90
Prerequisites
Honours Bachelor's degree in Psychology or related field Strong background in Statistics
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Specialization Notes

Includes fields like Clinical, Cognitive, Developmental, and Industrial/Organizational Psychology.