Dr. Tijen Roshko

Associate Professor

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Biography

Tijen Roshko is an Associate Professor in the Department of Interior Design at the University of Manitoba. With a background in both interior design and physics, Roshko's professional journey has greatly influenced her approach to research and education. Her extensive experience in various scales of design—from retail stores to healthcare facilities—lays a strong foundation for her teaching and research philosophy. She has a keen interest in vernacular architecture and the role of interiors in place-making, which led to an independent research project investigating floating dwellings in Cambodia, supported by the University of Manitoba Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council grant. Currently, Roshko's work extends to informal dwellings in Gecekondu areas of Turkey, with a focus on state-led urban transformation projects. Her research analyzes the impact of neoliberal welfare policies on urbanization and the quality of urban space. Roshko advocates for the integration of science and technology into design education, emphasizing the importance of interdisciplinary collaboration to expand the boundaries of interior design methodologies.

Research Interests

Experience

Associate Professor

2011-01-01 — Present

University of Manitoba • Winnipeg, Manitoba

Teaching and researching in the Department of Interior Design.

Assistant Professor

2005-01-01 — 2011-01-01

University of Manitoba • Winnipeg, Manitoba

Teaching and contributing to the Department of Interior Design.

Senior Interior Designer

2001-01-01 — 2005-01-01

Environmental Space Planning • Winnipeg, MB

Worked on large scale design projects.

Sessional Instructor, Adjunct Professor

2000-01-01 — 2005-01-01

University of Manitoba • Winnipeg, Manitoba

Taught adjunct courses in interior design.

Design Director, Vice-President

1994-01-01 — 2000-01-01

Smart Associates Inc. • Minneapolis, MN

Led design teams in various projects.

Interior Designer

1993-01-01 — 1994-01-01

TSP Architects Engineers • Minneapolis, MN

Engaged in design projects.

Interior Designer

1991-01-01 — 1993-01-01

Shea Architect Inc. • Minneapolis, MN

Worked on diverse interior design projects.

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.