Dr. John Barnard

Associate Professor

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Biography

John Levi Barnard is an Associate Professor in the Department of English at the University of Illinois. His areas of expertise include African American Studies, Early American literature, and Ecocriticism/Environmental Humanities. He is also associated with the Comparative World Literature Program and the Unit for Criticism and Interpretive Theory. His interdisciplinary research explores how literature reflects and influences environmental issues, particularly within the context of African American narratives. Barnard's work contributes to a deeper understanding of cultural responses to ecological challenges through literary analysis, drawing connections between historical texts and contemporary environmental discourse. He has published various articles and books that tackle themes of identity, place, and sustainability in literature, aiming to highlight the vital role of diverse voices in the conversation about environmental ethics and social justice.

Research Interests

Requirements for University of Illinois

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
IELTS
Listening
Required:7
Reading
Required:7
Writing
Required:7
Speaking
Required:7
Overall
Required:7.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:17
Reading
Required:19
Writing
Required:21
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:103
GRE General
Prerequisites
Mathematical background Linear Algebra Calculus
Application Checklist
  • Online application
  • Unofficial transcripts
  • 3 Letters of Recommendation
  • Academic Statement of Purpose
  • Resume/CV
Specialization Notes

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