Dr. Jim Handy

Professor

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Biography

Jim Handy is a Professor at the University of Saskatchewan, specializing in history with a focus on Central America and the socio-economic aspects of capitalist development. He has a B.A., M.A., and Ph.D. from the University of Toronto. His research interests include capitalism, peasant livelihoods, environmental history, and human rights issues across Latin America. Handy's scholarly contributions encompass a range of publications, including books and articles that explore rural poverty, agrarian reform, and historical analyses of economic structures. He has supervised numerous graduate theses, guiding students in their research on topics such as agrarian modernization and memory in post-conflict societies. Handy's academic excellence has been recognized through various awards, including the Distinguished Fellow Award from the Canadian Association for Latin American and Caribbean Studies. His commitment to teaching and his impactful research have established him as a respected figure in the field of history, particularly in studies related to environmental and economic challenges faced by marginalized communities.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

2000-01-01 — Present

University of Saskatchewan • Saskatoon, SK

Professor in the Department of History, focusing on Central American history and socio-economic development.

Awards

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Distinguished Fellow Award

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Teaching Excellence Award

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Teaching Excellence Award

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J.W. George Ivany Award for Internationalization

Requirements for University of Saskatchewan

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:19
Reading
Required:19
Writing
Required:19
Speaking
Required:19
Total
Required:86
Duolingo
Overall Score
Required:120
Overall
Required:120
Prerequisites
Four-year undergraduate degree in a relevant discipline
Application Checklist
  • Official transcripts
  • Letters of recommendation
  • Statement of intent
  • CV/Resume
Specialization Notes

Standard university-wide graduate requirements apply to most arts and science departments unless otherwise specified by the program.