Dr. Paul Kingsbury

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Biography

Paul Kingsbury is a Professor in the Department of Geography at Simon Fraser University. His research focuses on the contemporary phenomena of paranormal investigation, exploring growth cultures around investigations, organizations, and sites within North America and Europe. Kingsbury examines how secular society has adapted these subcultures in the last decade, with a notable rise in paranormal investigation conferences and entities. He utilizes scientific methodologies to democratize paranormal inquiry, making investigations more accessible to the public. His works include a variety of articles and co-edited books focusing on psychoanalytic geographies and the spatial aspects of cultural phenomena such as tourism and media. Kingsbury's teaching includes graduate and undergraduate courses that explore the intersections of geography, social theory, and culture, encouraging students to engage critically with complex spatial and societal narratives.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

2017-01-01 — Present

Simon Fraser University • Burnaby, BC, Canada

Professor in the Department of Geography, involved in research and teaching on contemporary cultural phenomena.

Associate Professor

2011-01-01 — 2017-01-01

Simon Fraser University • Burnaby, BC, Canada

Taught various courses and supervised graduate students.

Visiting Research Scholar

2011-01-01 — 2012-01-01

Indiana University • Bloomington, IN, USA

Conducted research on geography and cultural phenomena.

Assistant Professor

2005-01-01 — 2011-01-01

Simon Fraser University • Burnaby, BC, Canada

Involved in teaching and research.

Visiting Assistant Professor

2003-01-01 — 2005-01-01

Miami University • Oxford, OH, USA

Engaged in teaching and academic research.

Requirements for Simon Fraser University

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Total
Required:93
IELTS
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in Philosophy or related field
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Specialization Notes

Department of Philosophy