Dr. Lorraine Davies

Associate Professor

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Biography

Lorraine Davies is an Associate Professor at Western University, focusing on sociology and social science. Her research investigates the dynamics of family structure, personal relationships, and their effects on health and mental well-being, particularly for women across the life course. Davies has made significant contributions to the understanding of intimate partner violence, welfare reforms, and gender disparities in feelings of control. In her current role, she is also involved in systemic changes in graduate education, emphasizing professional development and rethinking PhD programs and graduate student wellness. Her research interests include social inequality, family structure, health, gender inequality, social policies, interpersonal relationships, well-being, and mental health.

Research Interests

Requirements for Western University

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6
TOEFL
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:86
Prerequisites
Four-year degree, honours or the equivalent, in anthropology or equivalent background in social sciences.
Application Checklist
  • Online application
  • Two academic references
  • Sample of written work (15-20 pages)
  • Statement of academic intent
  • Transcripts
  • CV (optional)
Specialization Notes

Streams include Archaeology and Bioarchaeology, and Sociocultural Anthropology.