Dr. Zac Robinson

Associate Professor

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Biography

Zac Robinson is an Associate Professor in the Department of Kinesiology, Sport, and Recreation at the University of Alberta. His academic work focuses on Canadian history with an emphasis on cultural and social histories of the Rocky Mountains. His current research interests include mountaineering, travel writing, postcolonial critique, and place-based historical methods. Over his career, he has held various academic positions at the University of Alberta, starting as a Postdoctoral Fellow and moving into Assistant and then Associate Professorships. His contributions to academia are recognized through his numerous publications and his engagement in scholarly activities, including editorial roles and conference organization. Robinson has received several awards for his teaching excellence and contributions to the field of Canadian geography and mountaineering history. He is an active member of the Royal Canadian Geographical Society and has been recognized as a Fellow in multiple institutions, exemplifying his commitment to advancing knowledge in his field.

Research Interests

Experience

Associate Professor

2017-01-01 — Present

University of Alberta • Edmonton, AB

Teaching and researching Canadian history with a focus on cultural and social histories of the Rocky Mountains.

Assistant Professor

2011-01-01 — 2017-01-01

University of Alberta • Edmonton, AB

Educating students in Kinesiology, Sport, and Recreation.

Postdoctoral Fellow

2010-01-01 — 2011-01-01

University of Alberta • Edmonton, AB

Engaged in research within the History & Classics department.

Awards

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King Charles III Coronation Medal

2024-01-01
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Fellow International, Explorers Club

2023-01-01
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Silver Rope Leadership Award

2023-01-01
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Queen Elizabeth II Platinum Jubilee Medal

2022-01-01
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Alex Trebek Medal for Geographic Literacy

2022-01-01
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Don Forest Service Award

2022-01-01
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Fellow, Royal Canadian Geographical Society

2018-01-01
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Provost's Teaching Unit Award

2018-01-01
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Early Undergraduate Teaching Award

2018-01-01

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