Dr. Lydia Wytenbroek

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Dr. Wytenbroek is a social historian in health nursing, with interests in the histories of American nursing, imperialism in the Middle East, medical racism, and perioperative nursing in Canada. She explores the intersection of nursing with technological innovation and the politics of health care. As a co-lead of the Consortium for Nursing History Inquiry at UBC and editor of the Nursing History Review, she serves on various national and international nursing history organizations. Her educational background includes a BSN from the University of British Columbia, a BA in History from Trinity Western University, an MA in Interdisciplinary Humanities from Trinity Western University, and a PhD in History from York University. Her current projects investigate the historical forces shaping nursing practice, particularly focusing on the role of gender and race within the profession. She teaches courses that encourage critical thinking about social constructions of health and illness, as well as health inequities and social justice. Her work has garnered numerous awards, reflecting her contributions to nursing history and education.

Research Interests

Experience

Assistant Professor

2018-09-01 — Present

University of British Columbia • Vancouver, BC

Engaging in teaching and research in the field of nursing history.

Awards

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Alice Fisher Society Fellowship

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Teresa E. Christy Award for Exemplary Historical Research Writing Doctoral Dissertation

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Education Innovation Award

Requirements for University of British Columbia

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6.5
Reading
Required:6.5
Writing
Required:6.5
Speaking
Required:6.5
Overall
Required:7
TOEFL
Listening
Required:22
Reading
Required:22
Writing
Required:21
Speaking
Required:21
Total
Required:100
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in Philosophy or related field 3 credits in formal logic 6 credits at the upper level in history of philosophy 3 credits at the upper level in ethics or value theory 6 credits at the upper level in metaphysics, epistemology, or philosophy of science
Application Checklist
  • Online application form
  • Application fee
  • Transcripts from all post-secondary institutions
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • Writing sample (15-20 pages)
  • Statement of intent
  • Evidence of English language proficiency
Specialization Notes

Offers course-only and thesis routes. Focus areas include philosophy of science, mind, ethics, and Asian philosophy.