Dr. Hsiu Ling Robertson

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Biography

Hsiu-Ling Robertson is a Professor Emerita at Northwestern University, where she significantly contributed to the field of Asian Languages and Cultures. She holds an Ed.D. from the University of Massachusetts, Amherst, and has an extensive academic background including a Master's Degree in Chinese Literature, focusing on Poetry from the Tang Dynasty at Tunghai University in Taiwan. Over her career, Hsiu-Ling was actively involved in teaching Chinese language courses and exploring themes such as globalization and pop culture in advanced language classes. She has published notable works such as 'Women’s Self-recognition in Modern Chinese Literature' and 'Wings of Life: Road Traveled by Nine Brave Women', both in Chinese. Hsiu-Ling also directed the documentary film 'Foreign Brides in Taiwan', which was accepted in prestigious International Film Festivals including the Athens International Film Festival in Ohio and the Sheffield Doc/Fest in the UK. In her retirement, she has engaged as an independent contractor providing consulting and cultural expert services, and was invited in 2023 to participate as a specially-invited expert in academic exchanges contributing to world culture and literature.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor Emerita

— Present

Northwestern University • Evanston, IL, USA

Retired from a distinguished career in Asian Languages and Cultures.

Associate Professor

— Present

Tunghai University • Taiwan

Focused on teaching Chinese language and literature.

Visiting Scholar

— Present

Harvard University • Cambridge, MA, USA

Engaged in research and academic collaboration at the Department of East Asian Languages and Civilization.

Requirements for Northwestern University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Total
Required:90
IELTS
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
U.S. Bachelor's degree or equivalent
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Specialization Notes

Standard PhD requirements for TGS departments including Chemistry, Physics, and Sociology.