Dr. Jodi Byrd

Professor

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Biography

Jodi Byrd is a Professor in the Department of Literatures in English at Cornell University. She specializes in Indigenous studies with significant contributions to Indigenous feminist and queer studies, as well as video game studies. Her academic background includes a Bachelor of Arts in English from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, followed by a Master of Arts and a Ph.D. from the University of Iowa. Byrd has dedicated her research to exploring the intersections of Indigenous peoples, gender, and sexuality within the contemporary literary and cultural discourse. Through her work, she aims to expand the understanding of Indigenous narratives and their relevance in modern scholarship, particularly in the context of new media and technology.

Research Interests

Requirements for Cornell University

Master Program
Requirements
TOEFL
Listening
Required:15
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:22
Total
Required:100
IELTS
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in Architecture or related field
Application Checklist
  • Online application
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  • Academic Statement of Purpose
  • Personal Statement
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  • Two letters of recommendation
  • Resume/CV
Specialization Notes

Department of Architecture