Dr. Rusty Souleymanov

Associate Professor

Build a Statement of Purpose

Generate a tailored SOP for Dr. Rusty Souleymanov. Improve your application with a focused, well-structured draft.

Biography

Rusty Souleymanov is an Associate Professor in the Faculty of Social Work at the University of Manitoba. He serves as the Associate Dean of Undergraduate Programs and is recognized for his leadership in social work education. His research focuses on HIV, harm reduction, and health justice, with an emphasis on improving access to healthcare and social services for marginalized communities in Canada. Souleymanov has led a nationally recognized research network, securing over $2.2 million in grant funding for community-led health equity and harm reduction research. His interdisciplinary training spans social work, public health, and psychology, and he has been involved in numerous externally funded research projects totaling over $16 million. Souleymanov is dedicated to fostering an inclusive educational environment, influencing the training of emerging scholars and advocating for social justice.

Research Interests

Experience

Associate Dean - Undergraduate Programs

2022-01-01 — Present

University of Manitoba • Winnipeg, MB, Canada

Leads curriculum development and academic governance for the Bachelor of Social Work program.

Associate Professor

2018-01-01 — Present

University of Manitoba • Winnipeg, MB, Canada

Teaches and conducts research focusing on equity-oriented social work policy and practice.

Awards

#

Outstanding Teacher Award

2024-01-01

Requirements for University of Manitoba

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:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:86
Prerequisites
Baccalaureate degree in nursing or equivalent Professional registration as RN or RPN Research Methods course (min grade C+) Introductory Statistics course (min grade C+)
Application Checklist
  • CV/Resume
  • Statement of Intent (500 words)
  • Two letters of recommendation
  • Transcripts
  • Proof of professional registration
  • Criminal Record Check
  • Child Abuse Registry Check
  • Adult Abuse Registry Check
Specialization Notes

Streams include Education, Administration, or Clinical.