Dr. Julie Ladell Thomas

Instructor

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Biography

Julie LaDell-Thomas holds a doctorate in Educational Technology from Central Michigan University and a Master of Library and Information Science from the University of South Carolina. She has extensive experience in library and information settings, having worked for 30 years in various roles. In addition to her current position as a Lecturer at the Graduate School of Library and Information Studies, she has also taught as an adjunct in Library Information Science at Clarion University since 2018. Her professional background equips her to educate and mentor students effectively, drawing upon a wealth of practical knowledge from her years in the field.

Research Interests

Requirements for University of Rhode Island

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Listening
Required:17
Reading
Required:19
Writing
Required:18
Speaking
Required:18
Total
Required:80
IELTS
Listening
Required:6.5
Reading
Required:6.5
Writing
Required:6.5
Speaking
Required:6.5
Overall
Required:6.5
Duolingo
Overall Score
Required:115
Overall
Required:115
GRE General
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree with undergraduate credit in communication studies Research paper written for an undergraduate course
Application Checklist
  • Official transcripts
  • Letters of recommendation
  • Statement of purpose
  • Resume
  • TOEFL/IELTS (for non-native speakers)
  • Writing sample
Specialization Notes

Department of Communication and Department of Communication Studies both refer to the M.A. in Communication Studies with specializations in Interpersonal Communication, Media Studies, Organizational Communication, and Public Discourse.