Dr. Marlene Goldman

Professor

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Biography

Marlene Goldman is a Professor in the Department of English at the University of Toronto, specializing in contemporary Canadian literature. Her recent research focuses on the intersection of narrative, pathological modes of forgetting, and trauma related to dementia and Alzheimer’s disease. Goldman is the author of several influential books including "Paths of Desire" and "Rewriting Apocalypse." Her recent work, including the book "Forgotten: Narratives of Age-Related Dementia in Canadian Literature," investigates the portrayal of dementia in literature. She has received multiple nominations for prestigious awards and grants, highlighting her contributions to the fields of literary studies and aging. Beyond academia, she actively engages in projects that reimagine narratives around marginalized identities, particularly through the lens of stigma and technology. Goldman’s efforts include collaborations that utilize innovative technology to foster empathy and awareness of movement disorders, reflecting her commitment to addressing contemporary societal issues through literary and artistic expressions.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

— Present

University of Toronto • Toronto, ON

Teaches and conducts research in contemporary Canadian literature, focusing on trauma, dementia, and narrative forms.

Awards

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Barbara Tuck-MacPhee Award

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Nominated for SSHRC Impact Award

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Nominated for International Governor General’s Award

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Finalist for Gabriel Roy Prize

Requirements for University of Toronto

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:22
Speaking
Required:22
Total
Required:93
Prerequisites
Appropriate four-year bachelor's degree Background in sociological theory and statistics preferred
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Specialization Notes

Department of Sociology