Dr. Catherine Rawn

Professor

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Biography

Catherine Rawn is a Professor in the Department of Psychology at the University of British Columbia, specializing in teaching and educational leadership. Her focus includes introductory research methods and statistics, with a growing interest in qualitative and mixed methods in scholarship teaching and learning. Dr. Rawn has served as the Associate Head for Undergraduate Affairs in her department and has held various leadership roles, including UBC-V Senator and Chair of the Curriculum Committee. Rawn's recent research interests explore grading policy implementation through lenses informed by Indigenous perspectives, equity, diversity, and inclusion. Her scholarly work spans educational leadership, qualitative research methods, and curriculum innovation, particularly involving Indigenization.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

2010-01-01 — Present

University of British Columbia • Vancouver, BC

Teaching courses in the Department of Psychology, focusing on research methods and educational leadership.

Awards

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Scholarship Teaching and Learning Poster Award

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Jane S. Halonen Early Career Award

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Killam Teaching Prize

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Robert E. Knox Master Teaching Award

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Tara Nash Award

Requirements for University of British Columbia

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.3
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:21
Speaking
Required:21
Total
Required:100
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in Philosophy or related field 3 credits in formal logic 6 credits at the upper level in history of philosophy 3 credits at the upper level in ethics or value theory 6 credits at the upper level in metaphysics, epistemology, or philosophy of science
Application Checklist
  • Online application form
  • Application fee
  • Transcripts from all post-secondary institutions
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • Writing sample (15-20 pages)
  • Statement of intent
  • Evidence of English language proficiency
Specialization Notes

Offers course-only and thesis routes. Focus areas include philosophy of science, mind, ethics, and Asian philosophy.