Dr. Helena Woodard

Professor

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Biography

Professor Helena Woodard received her Ph.D. in English from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill in 1991. She focuses on 18th century British literature, ethnic World literature, American literature, critical race theory, and the intersections of gender and literature. Her recent publications explore various themes in historical and contemporary literature. Notable works include "African-British Writers: Champions Freedom" in Equiano: Enslavement, Resistance, Abolition (2007) and "Troubling Archives: Reconstituting Slave Subject" in Revisiting Slave Narratives (2005). Woodard teaches various courses related to Toni Morrison, race, and gender studies, reflecting her research interests and expertise. Her teaching often intersects with critical theory and literature, promoting an understanding of identity and cultural narratives through diverse literary lenses.

Research Interests

18th Century British Literature Ethnic World Literature American Literature Critical Race Theory Gender Studies

Courses

WGS 345I • Toni Morrison E 349S • Toni Morrison AFR 330J • Toni Morrison LAH 350 • Early Black Atlantic E 363S • Early Black Atlantic E 323D • Critical Race Theory, Novel WGS 393 • American Africanisms, Novel E 397N • American Africanisms, Novel WGS 340 • Writing Slavery E 323E • Writing Slavery AFR 330P • Writing Slavery LAH 350 • Critical Race Theory/The Novel

Requirements for University of Texas at Austin

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
GRE General
TOEFL
Total
Required:79
IELTS
Overall
Required:6.5
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited institution
Application Checklist
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Specialization Notes

General requirements for the Graduate School at UT Austin apply to all programs unless otherwise specified.