Dr. Tara Mantler

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Biography

Tara Mantler is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Health Studies at Western University, specializing in women’s health. Her research examines the impact of intimate partner violence on women's health and maternal/child health, particularly focusing on the decision-making processes affecting maternal outcomes. Through an intersectional lens, she explores the power dynamics that influence women's lives and their interactions with health systems. Mantler's work integrates critical methods aimed at understanding and improving interventions to enhance health outcomes for women, especially those affected by violence. She has published significant articles in peer-reviewed journals discussing various aspects of these issues, including the use of hotels as alternative housing for domestic violence victims during COVID-19 and factors influencing rural women's disclosure of intimate partner violence. Mantler is committed to academic excellence and is recognized for her dedication to teaching and research.

Research Interests

Experience

Assistant Professor

2019-01-01 — Present

Western University • London, Ontario, Canada

Focuses on women's health, with research emphasizing the intersection of intimate partner violence, rurality, and mothering.

Requirements for Western University

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6
TOEFL
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:86
Prerequisites
Four-year degree, honours or the equivalent, in anthropology or equivalent background in social sciences.
Application Checklist
  • Online application
  • Two academic references
  • Sample of written work (15-20 pages)
  • Statement of academic intent
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Specialization Notes

Streams include Archaeology and Bioarchaeology, and Sociocultural Anthropology.