Dr. Joe Curnow

Associate Professor

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Biography

Joe Curnow studies how people become politicized. His scholarship sits at the nexus of Learning Sciences, social movement studies, and equity studies. His research examines how individuals come to understand social problems, systemically learning issues related to race, colonialism, gender, patriarchy, class, and capitalism activism. Joe has experience working in social movements as a labor and community organizer. He was awarded the 2021 National Academy Education/Spencer Fellowship.

Research Interests

Learning Sciences Equity Studies Politics of Education Social Movement Studies Community-Based Research Politicization Anti-Racism Anti-Colonialism Youth-Led Social Movements

Requirements for University of Manitoba

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:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:86
Prerequisites
Baccalaureate degree in nursing or equivalent Professional registration as RN or RPN Research Methods course (min grade C+) Introductory Statistics course (min grade C+)
Application Checklist
  • CV/Resume
  • Statement of Intent (500 words)
  • Two letters of recommendation
  • Transcripts
  • Proof of professional registration
  • Criminal Record Check
  • Child Abuse Registry Check
  • Adult Abuse Registry Check
Specialization Notes

Streams include Education, Administration, or Clinical.