Dr. Frank Schumacher

Associate Professor

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Biography

Professor Frank Schumacher specializes in international global history with a focus on the role of the United States in world affairs, the histories of empires, colonialism, genocide, and mass violence. His current research includes projects exploring the tensions between globalism and nationalism, the cultural and intellectual histories of imperial anxieties, and narratives of trauma and security in international relations. He has been involved in various transatlantic collaborations, such as co-editing a handbook on United States globalization in collaboration with colleagues from the University of Leipzig. Schumacher's teaching philosophy emphasizes fostering a positive, energetic learning environment and he welcomes students interested in graduate research related to the histories of the United States and global historical processes.

Research Interests

Courses

INTREL 2703F - History Global Order 1945 HIST 3722G - 'Killing Fields': Genocide Modern History HIST 9719B - Global History: Introduction

Requirements for Western University

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6
TOEFL
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:86
Prerequisites
Four-year degree, honours or the equivalent, in anthropology or equivalent background in social sciences.
Application Checklist
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  • Two academic references
  • Sample of written work (15-20 pages)
  • Statement of academic intent
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Specialization Notes

Streams include Archaeology and Bioarchaeology, and Sociocultural Anthropology.