Dr. Danielle Willkens

Associate Professor

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Biography

Danielle S. Willkens, Assoc. AIA, FRSA, LEED AP BD+C, is a practicing designer and researcher with a focus on architectural engagement and interactive projects to reach diverse audiences. Her work includes design/build projects, public installations, and extensive archival investigations across various countries. She is a fellow of the 2026 Association for Preservation Technology International and an inaugural Mellon History Teaching Fellow at Dumbarton Oaks, exploring cultural landscapes in the American South during times of conflict. Danielle leads projects in heritage documentation and sustainable tourism, collaborating with international organizations to advance historical preservation. She is an accomplished photographer and illustrator, recognized in national competitions. Danielle has received notable fellowships and awards for her research in architectural history, including the Society of Architectural Historians' H. Allen Brooks Travelling Fellowship. She is actively involved in various heritage and preservation boards and journals, focusing on thematic design connections, community-engaged research, and the preservation of architectural heritage through innovative methodologies.

Research Interests

Experience

Associate Professor

— Present

Georgia Institute of Technology • Atlanta, GA

Teaches architectural design studios and courses on architectural history, facilitating community-engaged learning.

Requirements for Georgia Institute of Technology

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:19
Reading
Required:19
Writing
Required:19
Speaking
Required:19
Total
Required:100
IELTS
Listening
Required:6.5
Reading
Required:6.5
Writing
Required:5.5
Speaking
Required:6.5
Overall
Required:7.5
Prerequisites
Undergraduate degree in computer science or related field
Application Checklist
  • Online application
  • Official transcripts
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • Statement of Purpose
Specialization Notes

Department of Computer Science: GRE scores are optional for Fall 2026.