Dr. Ashley Farmer

Associate Professor

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Biography

Ashley D. Farmer is an Associate Professor specializing in African American History and African American Women’s History at the University of Texas at Austin. She holds a Ph.D. in African American Studies from Harvard University and has significant expertise in Black Political Thought. Dr. Farmer has contributed to the academic community through various publications, including as a co-editor for the Black Power Series published by NYU Press and the Black Women’s History Series from UNC Press. Her transformative research has been supported by prominent foundations, including the Radcliffe Institute for Advanced Study and the National Endowment for the Humanities. Farmer earned her Bachelor’s degree from Spelman College and her Master's degree in History from Harvard University. She is actively engaged in teaching and mentoring students, with courses focused on topics such as Race, Gender, Surveillance, and the Black Freedom Movement.

Research Interests

Courses

Race/Gender/Surveillance Intro African Amer Hist Intro Afr Amer Women's Hist Black Freedom Movement Community Internship

Requirements for University of Texas at Austin

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
GRE General
TOEFL
Total
Required:79
IELTS
Overall
Required:6.5
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited institution
Application Checklist
  • Online application
  • Application fee
  • Official transcripts
  • Statement of Purpose
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • CV/Resume
Specialization Notes

General requirements for the Graduate School at UT Austin apply to all programs unless otherwise specified.