Dr. Jordan Howell

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Jordan Howell is a historian focusing on the United States and the Caribbean. His research delves into themes of empire, capitalism, and environmental impact, notably through his work on the Aluminum Company of America. In his forthcoming book, "Imperial Crucible: Working Alcoa Age Empire," Howell explores the company's substantial profits and its entanglement in significant political issues, including the intersection of private power and public life. Throughout his career, he has documented the environmental and social consequences of industrial processes in the context of American, British, and Dutch imperialism, emphasizing the corporate drama faced by the transimperial working class throughout the twentieth century. Howell's scholarly contributions are backed by the Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council (SSHRC) and various prestigious centers focusing on American history and international affairs. He offers courses on modern world history and global capitalism, actively supervising graduate students pursuing advanced degrees in history.

Research Interests

Requirements for University of Manitoba

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:86
Prerequisites
Baccalaureate degree in nursing or equivalent Professional registration as RN or RPN Research Methods course (min grade C+) Introductory Statistics course (min grade C+)
Application Checklist
  • CV/Resume
  • Statement of Intent (500 words)
  • Two letters of recommendation
  • Transcripts
  • Proof of professional registration
  • Criminal Record Check
  • Child Abuse Registry Check
  • Adult Abuse Registry Check
Specialization Notes

Streams include Education, Administration, or Clinical.