Dr. Ruben Gaztambide Fernandez

Professor

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Biography

Ruben Gaztambide-Fernandez is a Professor at the University of Toronto, specializing in arts education, cultural sociology, and cultural studies. His academic work centers around the exploration of education within Latino-Canadian contexts and the broader implications of cultural practices in educational systems. He has engaged with various forms of media, including television, radio, and print, to disseminate his research findings and perspectives on the intersections of culture and education. With a commitment to enhancing educational frameworks, he draws from his expertise to contribute to debates on social equity and cultural representation. Throughout his career, Gaztambide-Fernandez has focused on how arts education can serve as a powerful tool for social change and community engagement, advocating for inclusivity and recognition of diverse cultural narratives in educational settings.

Research Interests

Requirements for University of Toronto

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6.5
Reading
Required:6.5
Writing
Required:6.5
Speaking
Required:6.5
Overall
Required:7
TOEFL
Listening
Required:22
Reading
Required:22
Writing
Required:22
Speaking
Required:22
Total
Required:93
Prerequisites
Appropriate four-year bachelor's degree Background in sociological theory and statistics preferred
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Specialization Notes

Department of Sociology