Dr. Daniel Gilbert

Associate Professor

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Biography

Dan Gilbert specializes in U.S. labor cultural history. His current research interests include the history of public employee unionism, the role of sports in the American workplace, and broader themes in modern U.S. history. He has been influential in exploring the intersections of labor and cultural narratives, contributing to the understanding of how socio-economic factors shape labor relations and cultural expressions in the United States. Gilbert's academic background includes a Ph.D. from Yale University and a B.A. from Wesleyan University, marking a strong foundation in historical studies. He has received several awards highlighting his contributions, including the John T. Dunlop Scholar Award from the Labor & Employment Relations Association and the Baseball Research Award from the Society for American Baseball Research. His work frequently intersects with public discourse on labor rights and cultural history, making significant contributions to both academic and public understanding of these areas.

Research Interests

Experience

Associate Professor

— Present

Department of History, University of Illinois • Champaign, IL

Specializes in U.S. labor cultural history.

Associate Professor

— Present

School of Labor and Employment Relations, University of Illinois • Champaign, IL

Focus on the intersections of labor and culture in historical contexts.

Awards

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John T. Dunlop Scholar Award

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Baseball Research 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
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  • 3 Letters of Recommendation
  • Academic Statement of Purpose
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Specialization Notes

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