Dr. Judy Davidson

Associate Professor

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Biography

Judy Davidson is an Associate Professor at the University of Alberta in the Faculty of Kinesiology, Sport, and Recreation. She earned her PhD in Physical Education and Recreation in 2003 from the same institution, where she has been actively involved in research and teaching. Dr. Davidson's research interests focus on feminist and queer approaches to sport and leisure phenomena, exploring topics such as homonationalism and the international LGBTQ+ sport movement. Her work delves into queer feminist subjectivity, particularly through a SSHRC project titled 'Coming Moving Body: Physical Movement Mid-Life,' which articulates movement experiences for individuals who identify with alienated kinesthetic embodiments. In collaboration with colleagues, she investigates the impacts of downtown arena development on inner-city communities in Edmonton. Dr. Davidson also teaches undergraduate courses, including Applied Ethics in Sport and Physical Education, Philosophies of Leisure, and Cultural Studies of Sport and Leisure.

Research Interests

Courses

Applied Ethics in Sport and Physical Education Philosophies of Leisure Cultural Studies of Sport and Leisure

Requirements for University of Alberta

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:93
Prerequisites
Undergraduate degree in Mechanical Engineering or Engineering Management
Application Checklist
  • Three letters of reference
  • Curriculum Vitae
  • Personal Statement
  • Official Transcripts (upon admission)
Specialization Notes

Department: Mechanical Engineering and Engineering Management