Dr. Daniel Bender

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Biography

Daniel E. Bender is a Professor in the Department of Historical and Cultural Studies at the University of Toronto Scarborough. His research and teaching focus on the intersections of environmental policies and cultural studies, exploring how historical perspectives shape contemporary understandings of social and environmental justice. Bender's work places a strong emphasis on food systems, agriculture, and sustainability, contributing to discussions around environmental humanities. He is committed to examining the political dimensions of food and agriculture, addressing issues of equity and justice within these frameworks. Through the Culinaria Research Centre, Bender engages with diverse perspectives on food history, linking them to current environmental challenges. His interdisciplinary approach aims to foster deeper understanding and innovative thinking about sustainability in society.

Research Interests

Requirements for University of Toronto

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:22
Speaking
Required:22
Total
Required:93
Prerequisites
Appropriate four-year bachelor's degree Background in sociological theory and statistics preferred
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Specialization Notes

Department of Sociology