Dr. Manvitha Singamsetty

Instructor

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Biography

Manvitha Singamsetty is a PhD candidate in the Department of Philosophy at the University of Ottawa. Her work analyzes liberal multiculturalism and suggests applying Gandhi’s principle of non-violence through the practice of satyagraha in public political spaces within liberal democratic societies. Her broader research interests encompass classical Indian philosophy, social and political philosophy, as well as human-nonhuman relationships and environmental philosophy. Singamsetty brings over 14 years of international experience in diversity and inclusion sectors, project management, and curriculum development. She has developed and facilitated more than 300 workshops focusing on anti-racism, anti-oppression, microaggressions, workplace cohesion and leadership training, using various methodologies including sociological, anthropological, philosophical, and popular education approaches. Furthermore, she has collaborated with federal governments, universities, and community organizations across nine countries, including Japan, Singapore, South Africa, India, and Canada.

Research Interests

Experience

Contract Instructor

— Present

Department of Philosophy, University of Ottawa • Ottawa, Ontario, Canada

Teaching courses related to philosophy, with a focus on multiculturalism and non-violence.

Requirements for University of Ottawa

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6.5
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:22
Speaking
Required:22
Total
Required:86
Prerequisites
Honours BA in History or equivalent
Application Checklist
  • Official Transcripts
  • Two letters of recommendation
  • Resume
  • Statement of Interest
Specialization Notes

Department of History