Dr. Susan Chuang

Professor

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Biography

Professor Susan S. Chuang is a leading researcher in the field of Family Relations and Human Development at the University of Guelph. She holds a Doctorate in Human Development and a Master's in both Human Development and Elementary Education, all from the University of Rochester. Chuang's extensive research encompasses parenting, fathering, parent-child relationships, and child and adolescent development across diverse cultural settings. Specifically, she explores parenting practices and perspectives related to cannabis use within various communities, including Chinese-Canadian families and Latina/o families. Chuang has spearheaded numerous funded projects through the Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council (SSHRC), focusing on men's experiences with intimate partner violence and the impact of family dynamics amid conflicts. As an Associate Editor for the Journal of Family Psychology, she actively engages in providing workshops aimed at addressing mental health issues within families. Chuang is also a co-author of the Canadianized version of 'Essentials of Lifespan Development' and has organized international conferences focusing on fatherhood and men's experiences with victimization and abuse. Her work continues to significantly contribute to the understanding of family relationships and cultural impacts on child development.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

2005-01-01 — Present

University of Guelph • Guelph, Ontario, Canada

Full Professor in the College of Social and Applied Human Sciences specializing in Family Relations and Applied Nutrition.

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).