Dr. Robert Hancock

Biography

Rob Hancock is an Associate Professor in the Department of Anthropology at the University of Victoria, specializing in Indigenous–state relations, Métis studies, and Indigenous education. He has a PhD in Interdisciplinary Studies from the University of Victoria, where he also completed his MA in History, and an Honours BA in Anthropology and Canadian Studies from McGill University. His research spans the fields of indigenous anthropology and the historical frameworks that shape narratives about Indigenous peoples. He has held postdoctoral fellowships focusing on Indigenous Studies at the University of Western Ontario and has collaborated with numerous scholars on research projects examining the influence of Indigenous anthropologists and the emergence of Native American Studies. His ongoing work analyzes Indigenous strategic documents and supports Indigenous economic well-being, contributing to the university’s commitment to Indigenization. He is passionate about engaging students whose research interests align with his expertise in anthropology and Indigenous education.

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