Dr. Paula Gardner

Professor

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Biography

Paula Gardner is a Professor at McMaster University in the Faculty of Communication Studies and Media Arts, where she directs the Pulse Lab. She is a critical, feminist media scholar with expertise in participatory co-design methods and media studies, focusing on the collaboration between technology and community practices. Her work emphasizes the creation of beneficial technology practices and tools that serve community needs and foster engagement. Gardner’s commitment to community-driven collaboration is reflected in her research and teaching, making her an influential figure in her field.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

2000-01-01 — Present

McMaster University • Hamilton, Ontario, Canada

Teaching and research in the Faculty of Communication Studies and Media Arts, leading the Pulse Lab.

Requirements for McMaster University

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.3
IELTS
Listening
Required:5.5
Reading
Required:5.5
Writing
Required:5.5
Speaking
Required:5.5
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:92
Prerequisites
Honours Bachelor's degree in Mathematics or a related area
Application Checklist
  • Official Transcripts
  • Two letters of recommendation
  • Statement of Interest
Specialization Notes

Options include Thesis, Project, or Financial Mathematics (M-Phimac).