Dr. Tamari Kitossa

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Biography

Tamari Kitossa is a Professor in the Department of Sociology at Brock University, where he has been a faculty member since 2006. He obtained his PhD from the Ontario Institute for Studies in Education at the University of Toronto in 2005 and has a strong academic background with both a Master's and Bachelor's degree from York University. Kitossa's research interests focus on issues of anti-Blackness, Black masculinities, and the intersection of colonialism and criminology. His work critiques the socio-political constructs surrounding racial identities and emphasizes the importance of community resilience in the face of systemic oppression. He has published extensively, including notable works such as 'Appealing Appalling: Black Masculinities, Colonialism and Erotic Racism' and 'Nuances of Blackness in the Canadian Academy'. As the Graduate Program Director for the MA in Critical Sociology, Kitossa is dedicated to advancing academic freedom and fostering an open intellectual environment. His recent research explores sexual stereotypes and the experiences of Black men, contributing to wider discussions in criminology and sociology regarding the impact of race and trauma.

Research Interests

Requirements for Brock University

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:88
PTE
Listening
Required:60
Reading
Required:60
Writing
Required:60
Speaking
Required:60
Overall
Required:60
Prerequisites
Four-year undergraduate degree in a related field Satisfactory academic standing
Application Checklist
  • Online application
  • Official transcripts
  • Two electronic reference reports
  • Statement of Intent
  • CV/Resume
Specialization Notes

This entry applies to the general Graduate Studies standard for departments such as English Language and Literature, History, Philosophy, and Sociology.