The AU Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences
Research that informs and transforms
Research in the Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences
We are committed to contributing to research in all aspects of humanities and social sciences—anthropology, archeology, distance education, global studies, and much more.
Current research initiatives
Explore current research initiatives at the Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences.
AU researcher studies the impact of sexual violation on Indigenous women
AU's Dr. Josie Auger sees the lingering impact of sexual violation and loss on Indigenous women in her community and beyond.
Learn moreWayfinding with metaphors through crises
Athabasca University professor Dr. Anita Girvan explores how we use metaphors in the wake of the COVID-19 global pandemic in a new book chapter.
Learn moreAU professor explores Indigenous post-secondary experiences
New book outlines the Indigenous postgraduate journey and sheds light on the areas where some guidelines and processes need to be rethought.
Learn moreOpportunities for AU students
Our faculty members may hire undergraduate or graduate students for research programs. Learn more about current research opportunities below.
All positions will remain open until filled unless otherwise specified within the posting.
Research assistant – casual position
Supervisor: Dr. Michael Lithgow
This research project is intended to map changes in journalism training in response to the rise of user generated content (UGC) as an important element in professional news co...
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