Dr. Joy O Keefe

Associate Professor

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Biography

Joy O'Keefe is an Associate Professor at the School of Integrative Biology at the University of Illinois. She leads the Human-Wildlife Interactions Lab, focusing on understanding and managing the interactions between humans and wildlife. Her research interest includes topics related to conservation biology, ecology, and environmental science. O'Keefe's work often involves interdisciplinary approaches to explore how various species adapt to changing environments and the impact of human activity on wildlife populations. She has published numerous articles in scientific journals and contributed to various academic conferences. O'Keefe is also involved in mentorship and education, guiding students and early-career researchers in the field of biology and environmental sciences.

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

GRE is optional for admission to all graduate programs in Statistics. Full status admission requires higher language scores than limited status.