Dr. Joan Eakin

Professor

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Biography

Joan Eakin is a Professor Emerita at the Dalla Lana School of Public Health, University of Toronto, where she has contributed extensively to the fields of sociology and public health. With a Ph.D. in Sociology from McGill University, Dr. Eakin's research focuses on the social dimensions of work and health, emphasizing the etiology, prevention, and rehabilitation of health issues within occupational settings. She has a particular interest in the health and safety of small workplaces and the factors influencing return-to-work policies and practices. Throughout her career, she has supervised numerous doctoral and master's students, nurturing a new generation of researchers in qualitative health research. Dr. Eakin has been recognized for her excellence in teaching and research, receiving several awards and honors, including the Anthony B. Miller Award for Excellence in Research. She is a founding director of the Centre for Critical Qualitative Health Research and has served in various capacities for organizations focused on occupational health and safety in Ontario. Joan Eakin's published works have made significant contributions to understanding the interplay between labor, health, and social relations, making her an important figure in her field.

Research Interests

Experience

Assistant Professor

1977-01-01 — 1979-01-01

Department of Epidemiology and Health, McGill University • Montreal, QC, Canada

Taught undergraduate and graduate courses in epidemiology and health.

Assistant Professor

1980-01-01 — 1987-01-01

Department of Community Health Sciences, University of Calgary • Calgary, AB, Canada

Conducted research and taught courses in community health sciences.

Professor

1987-01-01 — 2014-01-01

University of Toronto • Toronto, ON, Canada

Led and contributed to various research projects related to health and work.

Awards

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Anthony B. Miller Award

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President’s Teaching Award (Nomination)

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Teaching Award

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Robin F. Badgley Award

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