Dr. Christopher Fennell

Professor

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Biography

Christopher C. Fennell is a professor in the Department of Anthropology at the University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign, specializing in Historical Anthropology and Archaeology. He has an M.A. from the University of Pennsylvania, a J.D. from Georgetown University, and a Ph.D. from the University of Virginia. Fennell's research interests are diverse, including Diaspora Heritage Studies and Legal Anthropology. He has contributed to several significant grants aimed at archaeological and historical research, such as the Archaeological and Historical Examination project which explored a nationalist mythology of an authentic Irish past. Fennell has also worked on a number of projects focusing on African American communities and the New Philadelphia Archaeology project, where he served as Principal Investigator. He has received numerous awards for his scholarly contributions, including the John L. Cotter Award and the Gustave O. Arlt Award, highlighting his outstanding achievements in the fields of African diaspora studies and humanities scholarship. Fennell teaches various courses related to law and anthropology and is actively involved in multiple campus affiliations and community engagement initiatives.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

— Present

University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign • Urbana, IL

Teaches courses related to Anthropology and Law, participates in community engagement initiatives, and directs research projects.

Awards

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John L. Cotter Award

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Gustave O. Arlt Award

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Distinguished Service Award

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University Scholar Award

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Daniel G. Roberts Award

Requirements for University of Illinois

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
IELTS
Listening
Required:7
Reading
Required:7
Writing
Required:7
Speaking
Required:7
Overall
Required:7.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:17
Reading
Required:19
Writing
Required:21
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:103
GRE General
Prerequisites
Mathematical background Linear Algebra Calculus
Application Checklist
  • Online application
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  • 3 Letters of Recommendation
  • Academic Statement of Purpose
  • Resume/CV
Specialization Notes

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