Dr. Victoria Smye

Professor

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Biography

Victoria Smye is a Professor at the Arthur Labatt Family School of Nursing, Western University, and a recognized leader in nursing education and health research. Her work focuses on addressing health inequalities and the impact of social structures on health outcomes. With extensive involvement in research concerning Indigenous health, mental health, and trauma-informed care, she aims to shed light on policies and practices that can mitigate health disparities while promoting well-being. Smye’s scholarly contributions include co-editing significant nursing texts and participating in numerous peer-reviewed research publications. She leads various funded projects and programs tailored to improve health care experiences for vulnerable populations, particularly women experiencing violence and other marginalized groups. Furthermore, as an associate scientist at Lawson Health Research Institute and an adjunct professor at UBC, she collaborates across institutions to foster integrated health research and educational practices. Her commitment extends beyond academia, actively engaging with community partners to deliver culturally safe care and enhance the nursing profession's response to pressing health concerns.

Research Interests

Experience

Director

— Present

Arthur Labatt Family School of Nursing • London, Ontario, Canada

Oversees nursing programs and research initiatives, coordinating faculty and staff efforts to improve student education and health care delivery systems.

Awards

#2022

Leadership Education Award

#2020

Canadian Academy of Nursing Fellow

#2019

Centenary Medal of Distinction

Requirements for Western University

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6
TOEFL
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:86
Prerequisites
Four-year degree, honours or the equivalent, in anthropology or equivalent background in social sciences.
Application Checklist
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  • Two academic references
  • Sample of written work (15-20 pages)
  • Statement of academic intent
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Specialization Notes

Streams include Archaeology and Bioarchaeology, and Sociocultural Anthropology.