Dr. Kevin Bell

Associate Professor

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Biography

Kevin Bell is an Associate Professor in the Department of English at Pennsylvania State University, specializing in African American Literature, Language, Critical Theory, and Cultural Studies. He holds a Ph.D. in Comparative Literature from New York University, awarded in 2000. His research interests include Trans-Atlantic literary modernisms, Black American literature, film music, and critical theory. He has written and published extensively, including the book 'Ashes Taken Fire: Aesthetic Modernism Critique Identity' from the University of Minnesota Press in 2007. Currently, he is working on a new interpretive study titled 'Drift Velocities: Aesthetic Curve Radical Black Film Literature Theory Cultural Studies.' In addition to his teaching responsibilities, he serves as an Honors Adviser, focusing on enhancing the academic experiences of high-achieving students.

Research Interests

Requirements for Pennsylvania State University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Writing
Required:24
Speaking
Required:23
Total
Required:100
IELTS
Writing
Required:7
Speaking
Required:7
Overall
Required:7
GRE General
Prerequisites
Master's degree in related field for PhD Baccalaureate degree from accredited institution
Application Checklist
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • Statement of Purpose
  • Writing Sample
  • Official Transcripts
  • Resume/CV
Specialization Notes

GRE scores are highly recommended but not strictly required for Applied Linguistics.