Dr. Anu Taranath

Professor

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Biography

Anu Taranath is a Teaching Professor at the University of Washington specializing in contemporary world multi-ethnic literatures, colonial and postcolonial literatures, and transnational feminist cultural studies. With over 20 years of experience, she has served as a racial equity consultant, profoundly enhancing discussions around diversity and social justice. Taranath holds a Ph.D. from the University of California, San Diego, awarded in 2000, and is recognized for her exceptional teaching, receiving numerous accolades including the UW Distinguished Teaching Award and multiple Fulbright Fellowships for her work abroad. She authored the book 'Guilt Trips: Mindful Travel in an Unequal World,' published in 2019, which has been awarded several distinctions, including being shortlisted for the Washington State Book Award. Her work has been featured in major publications such as AFAR and National Geographic, and she is a frequent speaker in media and academic forums.

Research Interests

Awards

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UW Distinguished Teaching Award

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Multiple Fulbright Fellowships

Courses

ENGL 302 Critical Practice ENGL 307 Cultural Studies CHID 260 Re-Thinking Diversity CHID 250 D: Special Topics: Introduction History Ideas 'Literatures Ghana' CHID 250 E: Special Topics: Introduction History Ideas

Requirements for University of Washington

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Total
Required:80
IELTS
Overall
Required:6.5
Duolingo
Overall Score
Required:105
Overall
Required:105
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited college or university
Application Checklist
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Specialization Notes

Standard Graduate School requirements for University of Washington apply to most departments listed unless specified otherwise by the program.