Dr. Trent Newmeyer

Associate Professor

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Biography

Trent S. Newmeyer is an Associate Professor at Brock University, teaching Sociology with a focus on leisure and qualitative research design. He is also the Graduate Program Director for Social Justice and Equity Studies. His research interests encompass the social history of tourism and leisure, the politics of crafting, and issues related to the HIV/AIDS pandemic, especially concerning stigma and pregnancy planning. Newmeyer's work investigates the sociocultural dimensions of the HIV pandemic, including the impacts of craftivism and the transactional relationships that arise in the context of HIV/AIDS. He combines a rigorous approach to social research with a commitment to social justice, seeking to illuminate the complexities surrounding leisure, health, and societal norms.

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.