Dr. Dawn Cornelio

Professor

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Biography

Dawn Cornelio is a Professor and Graduate Coordinator in French Studies at the University of Guelph, specializing in literary translation and contemporary women's writing. She holds a BA, MA, and PhD from the University of Connecticut, where she focused on the lyrical circulation and translation theory. Her research interests also include autofiction and the works of contemporary authors such as Chloé Delaume. Cornelio's scholarly contributions include numerous articles and conference papers examining the intersection of feminism, translation, and literary identity in Francophone literature. She has actively translated several works, thereby contributing to the accessibility of contemporary French literature in English. Cornelio has been awarded for her excellence in teaching, receiving the UGFA Teaching Award in 2007 and the College of Arts Award for Excellence in Teaching in 2006. Her commitment to fostering academic growth and her contributions to translation studies underscore her dedication to the field.

Research Interests

Experience

Graduate Coordinator

— Present

French Studies • Guelph, ON

Oversees graduate program and coordinates activities related to the French Studies department.

Professor

— Present

University of Guelph • Guelph, ON

Teaches courses and conducts research in the field of French literature and translation.

Awards

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UGFA Teaching Award

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Excellence in Teaching Award

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Teaching Excellence Award

Requirements for University of Guelph

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:21
Reading
Required:21
Writing
Required:21
Speaking
Required:21
Total
Required:89
Prerequisites
Honours baccalaureate degree in a relevant field or DVM degree Identify a potential faculty advisor
Application Checklist
  • Online application
  • Official transcripts
  • Two academic reference assessments
  • Statement of interest
  • English language proficiency test results (if applicable)
Specialization Notes

Department of Clinical Studies. Offers MSc by thesis (2 years) and MSc by coursework (1 year).