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Tonya Davidson is a Professor in the Department of Sociology and Anthropology at Carleton University, specializing in the sociology of urban spaces, public memory, nostalgia, popular culture, and Canadian identity. She has dedicated years to studying the social lives of statues in Ottawa. Since beginning her teaching career in 2010, she has actively contributed to enhancing teaching practices and fostering a culture of teaching excellence at Carleton University. Her courses have included introductions to sociology, as well as focused studies on popular culture, social class inequality, gender, social theory, and city life. Davidson has co-edited and authored numerous publications, including books and journal articles that explore themes of national belonging, nostalgia, and the sociocultural implications of urban monuments. Her research interests reflect a commitment to understanding the complex dynamics of public memory and the intersection of community and identity within social frameworks.
Includes MEng and MASc options.