Dr. Kimberly Marion Suiseeya

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Kimberly Marion Suiseeya is an environmental social scientist with expertise in environmental justice, global environmental politics, and Indigenous politics. Her research focuses on how Indigenous communities influence multilateral environmental agreements such as the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change. She serves as a Commission Member for the IUCN’s Commission on Environmental, Economic, and Social Policy and is a Research Fellow for the Earth System Governance project. Suiseeya has extensive experience in policy practice, having conducted research in countries including Guyana, Laos, Thailand, and Myanmar, with funding from the National Science Foundation and the Alfred P. Sloan Foundation. Her publications address various aspects of environmental governance, highlighting the importance of procedural justice, representation, and community engagement in climate policy. Suiseeya is also involved in educational initiatives aimed at fostering transitions towards more inclusive climate policies and effective governance practices.

Research Interests

Experience

Visiting Associate Professor

2022-01-01 — Present

Northwestern University • Evanston, IL

Teaching courses in political science with a focus on environmental politics and justice.

Awards

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Community Building Award

2022-01-01
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Excellence in Undergraduate Mentoring Award

2018-01-01

Requirements for Northwestern University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Total
Required:90
IELTS
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
U.S. Bachelor's degree or equivalent
Application Checklist
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  • Letters of recommendation
  • Statement of purpose
  • Resume/CV
  • TOEFL/IELTS scores (if applicable)
Specialization Notes

Standard PhD requirements for TGS departments including Chemistry, Physics, and Sociology.