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Professor Dr. Kenneth Mackendrick

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Biography

Kenneth MacKendrick is a Professor in the Department of Religion at the University of Manitoba, where he teaches and researches the history and study of religion, critical theory of religion, and the cultural aspects of religion and imagination. His academic interests include the study of imaginary companions and world-building in religious contexts, as well as the impact of fantasy gaming, including LARPing and Dungeons & Dragons, on religious thought and perception. He authored the book 'Evil: A Critical Primer' published by Equinox Press in 2023. His educational background includes a PhD in Critical Theory from the University of Toronto and a Master’s degree focusing on Critical Theory of Religion and Feminist Ethics. Kenneth is accepting graduate students for Master’s and PhD programs and is engaged in ongoing research that explores how religious concepts are intertwined with imaginative practices.

Research Interests

Critical Social Theory of Religion Evil History of the Study of Religion Imagination Imaginary World Building

Courses

RLGN 1440 - Evil: World Religions RLGN 2032 - Introduction to the Study of Religion RLGN 2116 - Cognitive Science and Religion RLGN 3112 - Religion and Imagination

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+)

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  • 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.