Dr. Jasmin Hristov

Associate Professor

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Biography

Jasmin Hristov is an Associate Professor in the Department of Sociology and Anthropology at the University of Guelph, where she also contributes to the Guelph Institute of Development Studies. Her research expertise encompasses the intersections of development, conflict, political violence, and the activities of non-state armed groups, with a particular focus on gender-related issues and economic globalization. Hristov is currently the principal investigator on a SSHRC-funded project titled 'Land, Violence, Security, and Development' which covers regions in Honduras, Guatemala, and Mexico. Prior to her position at the University of Guelph, she served as an Assistant Professor in Global Sociology at UBC Okanagan. Hristov has authored significant works, including 'Paramilitarism and Neoliberalism: Violent Systems of Capital Accumulation in Colombia' and 'Blood Capital: Paramilitarization in Colombia.' She has also published refereed articles in various academic journals, contributing to discussions on political violence, agrarian conflicts, and gender development. Hristov is recognized for her exceptional contributions to sociology, receiving the Early Investigator Award from the Canadian Sociological Association in 2019.

Research Interests

Experience

Assistant Professor

— Present

UBC Okanagan • Kelowna, BC

Focused on Global Sociology and contributed to various research projects.

Awards

#2019

Early Investigator Award

Requirements for University of Guelph

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:21
Reading
Required:21
Writing
Required:21
Speaking
Required:21
Total
Required:89
Prerequisites
Honours baccalaureate degree in a relevant field or DVM degree Identify a potential faculty advisor
Application Checklist
  • Online application
  • Official transcripts
  • Two academic reference assessments
  • Statement of interest
  • English language proficiency test results (if applicable)
Specialization Notes

Department of Clinical Studies. Offers MSc by thesis (2 years) and MSc by coursework (1 year).