Dr. Monda Halpern

Professor

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Biography

Professor Monda Halpern specializes in 19th and 20th century Canadian and American Women's History, as well as Jewish History. Halpern is dedicated to exploring complex issues surrounding the roles of women in historical contexts, including themes of migration, ethnic relations, and family dynamics within immigrant communities. Notable research includes her work on Bessie Starkman, a significant figure in Canadian organized crime during the 1920s. Halpern's teaching philosophy emphasizes transformative learning, aiming to reshape students' worldviews through her courses. She actively engages students at both the Master's and Doctoral levels, guiding them in research that pushes the boundaries of conventional historical narratives. Halpern has contributed significantly to various publications in her field, and her research has garnered recognition and funding from esteemed institutions. She remains a prominent figure in discussions about women's history and has participated in numerous conferences, presenting her findings and insights into the complexities of historical narratives surrounding women's experiences.

Research Interests

Courses

HIST 2124B - Canadian Popular Culture HIST 2181A - Sexual History: Expression, Regulation, Rights HIST 3808F - Jewish Life in North America 1880 HIST 9274B - Oh Gendered Canada

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.
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Specialization Notes

Streams include Archaeology and Bioarchaeology, and Sociocultural Anthropology.