Dr. Leesa Fawcett

Associate Professor

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Biography

Leesa K Fawcett is an Associate Professor Emerita and Senior Scholar at York University, specializing in Biology and Human Ecology. Dr. Fawcett possesses a rich educational background, having earned her PhD in Biology and Human Ecology and a Master's in Environmental Thought and Biological Conservation from York University, along with a Bachelor's degree in Marine Biology and Oceanography from the University of Guelph. Her research interests encompass Critical Human Animal Studies, Environmental Education, and Conservation and Environmental Philosophy. Fawcett has led numerous research projects, including initiatives focusing on Indigenous Learning Community Building and human-wildlife encounters in urban areas. Over her career, she has contributed significantly to various interdisciplinary publications and has received recognition for her teaching excellence by the Senate Committee on Teaching and Learning at York University. Fawcett's innovative approach integrates ecological understanding with pedagogical practices, aiming to enhance environmental literacy and foster ethical relationships between humans and non-human animals.

Research Interests

Requirements for York University

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.3
IELTS
Overall
Required:7.5
TOEFL
Total
Required:100
Prerequisites
4-year Honours Bachelor degree in a related discipline
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Specialization Notes

Department of Liberal Arts & Professional Studies graduate programs generally follow the Faculty of Graduate Studies (FGS) B+ minimum requirement.