Dr. Andrew Wender

Instructor

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Biography

Andrew Wender is a Teaching Professor and Director of the Religion, Culture, and Society Program at the University of Victoria. He holds an Interdisciplinary PhD from the University of Victoria, where his doctoral dissertation focused on the relationship between modern secular law and its religious foundations. His research interests encompass political theory, the interplay of religion in Middle Eastern politics, and critical thinking methodologies within political science instruction. Wender has contributed to a variety of academic publications, including those in journals such as PS: Political Science & Politics, Telos, and the World History Bulletin. He has received accolades for his teaching, notably the Gilian Sherwin Alumni Award for Excellence in Teaching in 2011. Additionally, he frequently engages as a speaker and media commentator on Middle Eastern affairs, sharing insights on recent political transformations in the region through various public channels including Globe Mail and CBC.

Research Interests

Experience

Teaching Professor

2006-09-01 — Present

University of Victoria • Victoria, BC, Canada

Serves as a Teaching Professor directing the Religion, Culture, and Society Program, focusing on the intersection of political theory and religion.

Courses

POLI 103: Worlds Politics POLI 202: Introduction Political Theory POLI 300A: Ancient Medieval Political Thought POLI 300B: Early Modern Political Thought POLI 300C: Post-Enlightenment Political Thought POLI 319: Issues Comparative Politics: 'Obama McCain?: American Presidential Politics, Canada World' POLI 340: International Studies POLI 382: Politics Religion POLI 384: Comparative Political Thought POLI 433: Seminar Middle Eastern Politics POLI 453: Seminar: Imagining Middle East Politics

Requirements for University of Victoria

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:90
GRE General
Verbal
Required:130
Quantitative
Required:130
Analytical Writing
Required:0
Overall
Required:0
Prerequisites
BSc in Computer Science, Software Engineering or equivalent Background in Mathematics with emphasis on Computer Science
Application Checklist
  • Statement of Intent
  • Professional CV
  • Two assessment reports
  • Unofficial transcripts
Specialization Notes

Department: Department of Computer Science. GRE is highly recommended for international students.