Dr. Emmanuel Kyeremeh

Emmanuel Kyeremeh is a social and urban geographer. He received his Ph.D. in Geography with a specialization in Migration and Ethnic Relations from the Department of Geography and Environment at Western University. Using network analysis and other quantitative methods, his primary research focuses on the role of personal network in the integration process of immigrants specifically African immigrants in Canada. In addition, his work examines critical reflections of integration outcomes among immigrants. His research, also, extends into other dimensions of integration as well as immigrants’ health. Within this domain, he explores how the length of time spent in Canada affects sleep outcomes of immigrants and its resulting impact on their wellbeing. Currently, Dr. Kyeremeh serves as a postdoctoral fellow in the Sociology Department at the University of Toronto, where his research interrogates the phenomenon of difficult ties and their implications on young and old adult Americans. Dr. Kyeremeh is passionate about community engagement and is involved in several projects aimed at promoting the wellbeing of immigrants and their children.

"TMU has a stellar reputation for its work on integration and settlement of immigrants to Canada. As someone who seeks to contribute to the flourishing work in this domain, TMU provides the resources and opportunity to do so. Additionally, the Department of Geography and Environmental studies is noted for challenging its students to develop excellent scholastic skills and theoretical insights while equipping them with the technical and professional skills they need to excel in their careers. TMU also boasts of a vibrant student community that have a desire and passion to acquire relevant and usable knowledge that can transform their lives, surroundings, cities and Canada at large. I am super elated to be part of this wonderful community and contribute my quota towards its success."