Professor Dr. Traci Warkentin

Biography

Traci Warkentin is an Associate Professor in the Teaching Stream at York University’s Environmental Studies program. She holds a PhD in Environmental Studies from York University, and her academic journey also includes a PBD in Environmental Sciences from Capilano University, an MA in Values and Environment from Lancaster University, and a BSc (Honours) in Biology and Marine Ecology from the University of British Columbia. Traci's interdisciplinary research focuses on the connections among experiential learning, environmental ethics, and human-animal relationships. She approaches environmental education from a feminist epistemological standpoint, emphasizing the intertwined nature of social justice and teaching practices. Her commitment to progressive modes of teaching and research promotes active scholarship that fosters environmental awareness and advocacy. Traci is involved in the Urban Animal Advocacy Lab, which aims to make research insights accessible to a broader audience and encourages students to engage with real-world environmental issues through experiential learning tools and citizen science initiatives.

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