معرفی
Chris Carnovale is an Instructor in the School of Tourism Management at Capilano University, part of the Faculty of Global and Community Studies. He teaches courses in cross-cultural communication, community development, and cultural/heritage tourism planning. His role includes coordinating CapU's Cambodia/Vietnam Field Schools and leading international projects in Vietnam, China, Tanzania, Paraguay, Costa Rica, and Canada's Arctic.
- Education:
- GDUS: Graduate Diploma in Urban Studies (Simon Fraser University, 2020)
- MACD: Master of Arts in Community Development (University of Victoria, 2017)
- BTM: Bachelor of Tourism Management (Capilano University, 2010)
- Diploma: Tourism Management Co-op (Capilano College, 2005)
- Research Focus: Intersections of tourism, community development, and education. Specializes in urban studies, post-colonialism, decolonization, and Indigenous perspectives.
His work emphasizes sustainability and transformative learning through educational travel. Notable projects include the Vietnam Tourism Training Project (CBT Vietnam) and collaborations with the Inuvialuit Development Corporation.
Awards:
- Skal Sustainable Tourism Award (2016)
- PATA Grand Award for Education and Training (2014)
- Multiple film awards for documentaries on community-based tourism
Teaching and research highlight ethical tourism practices, equitable community engagement, and bridging cultural divides through education.