Dr. Orion Neustifter

Associate Professor

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Biography

Orion Neustifter is an Associate Professor in the College of Social and Applied Human Sciences at the University of Guelph, specializing in Family Relations and Applied Nutrition. He holds a PhD in Child and Family Development from the University of Georgia and a Master’s degree with a focus on Marriage and Family Therapy from the University of Louisville. His research interests encompass various facets of LGBTQ+ experiences, including issues related to gender, sexuality, relational violence, trauma, and the resilience of sexual and gender minorities. Neustifter's work employs qualitative methodologies to explore how intersectional experiences shape the lives of sexual and gender minority persons and how non-traditional relationship structures can foster long-term resilience among trauma survivors. His academic contributions advocate for strengths-based and anti-oppressive frameworks in understanding these complex social dynamics.

Research Interests

Requirements for University of Guelph

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:21
Reading
Required:21
Writing
Required:21
Speaking
Required:21
Total
Required:89
Prerequisites
Honours baccalaureate degree in a relevant field or DVM degree Identify a potential faculty advisor
Application Checklist
  • Online application
  • Official transcripts
  • Two academic reference assessments
  • Statement of interest
  • English language proficiency test results (if applicable)
Specialization Notes

Department of Clinical Studies. Offers MSc by thesis (2 years) and MSc by coursework (1 year).