Dr. Victor Shegelski

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Victor Shegelski is an Assistant Teaching Professor in the Department of Biological Sciences at the University of Alberta. He specializes in entomology, focusing on the interactions between insects and human society, including ecological importance and pest management. He teaches courses on Insect-Human Interactions and Medical Veterinary Entomology, examining the roles of insects in nutrient cycling, forensics, pollination, and disease transmission. In his research, he collaborates with colleagues on molecular ecology and the dynamics of pest species, contributing to a deeper understanding of how insect behavior affects ecosystems and health. His notable publications include studies on the influence of arthropods on health and the dispersal dynamics of the mountain pine beetle in Alberta, Canada. With a strong emphasis on online education, Shegelski engages students in the vital conservation of insect diversity and the pivotal roles they play in both natural and agricultural systems.

Research Interests

Experience

Assistant Teaching Professor

2022-01-01 — Present

University of Alberta • Edmonton, AB

Teaching courses in entomology and supervising research projects.

Courses

ENT 101 - Insect-Human Interactions ENT 392 - Medical Veterinary Entomology

Requirements for University of Alberta

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:93
Prerequisites
Undergraduate degree in Mechanical Engineering or Engineering Management
Application Checklist
  • Three letters of reference
  • Curriculum Vitae
  • Personal Statement
  • Official Transcripts (upon admission)
Specialization Notes

Department: Mechanical Engineering and Engineering Management