Dr. Sherri Cox

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Sherri Cox is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Integrative Biology at the University of Guelph. She is dedicated to improving the health and welfare of wild animals and has extensive experience in wildlife rehabilitation. Her work focuses on the anthropogenic effects on wildlife in rehabilitation centers and she actively seeks to connect students, the public, and wildlife rehabilitators to enhance the lives of wild animals. Sherri’s research is rooted in wildlife rehabilitation, with a keen interest in the welfare of wild animals, especially those that are sick or injured. She has conducted investigations into the health impacts on wild species such as the Trumpeter Swan, and studies various morbidities in wildlife admitted to rehabilitation facilities. Sherri holds a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine, a Master of Business Administration, and a Ph.D., all from the University of Guelph. She is also a board-certified Avian Specialist, reflecting her expertise in treating avian species.

Research Interests

Courses

BIOL*3670 - Introduction Wildlife Rehabilitation (Fall 2024) BIOL*3680 - Wildlife Rehabilitation: Caring Sick, Injured, Orphaned Wildlife (Winter 2025)

Requirements for University of Guelph

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:21
Reading
Required:21
Writing
Required:21
Speaking
Required:21
Total
Required:89
Prerequisites
Honours baccalaureate degree in a relevant field or DVM degree Identify a potential faculty advisor
Application Checklist
  • Online application
  • Official transcripts
  • Two academic reference assessments
  • Statement of interest
  • English language proficiency test results (if applicable)
Specialization Notes

Department of Clinical Studies. Offers MSc by thesis (2 years) and MSc by coursework (1 year).