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Dissertation and thesis defences
Athabasca University final dissertation and thesis defences are open to the public. If you wish to attend any of the listed exams, please submit a request to the Faculty of Graduate Studies.
| Student | Exam Details | Thesis Title | Date/Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| David Boyle | DBA Final Dissertation Defence | Measuring and Using the Hofstede Dimension Scores of Inuit (Nunavut) Culture | Nov. 28, 2025, at 10:00 a.m. (Mountain) |
| April Goulin | MN Final | Exploring Nursing Practice In Rural, Remote And Isolated Contexts | Dec. 15, 2025, at 12:00 p.m. (Mountain) |
| Ralph Ganter | DBA Final Dissertation Defence | How to Embed Best Practices for Airborne Infection Prevention: A Blueprint for Implementation Approaches in Long-Term Care Homes | Jan. 13, 2026, at 9:00 a.m. (Mountain) |
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