Dr. Laté Lawson Hellu

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Biography

Laté Lawson-Hellu is a scholar in French Studies at Western University. He holds a Ph.D. in French Literature from the University of Ottawa, obtained in 1997. His research primarily focuses on Francophone Literature, exploring themes of identity, colonialism, multilingualism, and discourses surrounding land tenure and indigenous voices. Lawson-Hellu has been extensively involved in studies examining the literary contributions of Félix Couchoro, particularly regarding the intersections of multilingualism and cultural identity in Couchoro’s works. He has initiated research projects funded by the Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council of Canada, addressing the impacts of human activity on ecosystems through the lens of Francophone literature in the Anthropocene. His editorial work includes significant contributions to various literary reviews and journals, as well as multiple publications, including books and articles that delve into issues of ideology, representation, and resistance within the scope of Francophone narratives. Lawson-Hellu is dedicated to advancing scholarship within his field and actively participates in conferences and academic collaborations, promoting critical discourse on Francophone literature's role in contemporary society.

Research Interests

Requirements for Western University

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6
TOEFL
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:86
Prerequisites
Four-year degree, honours or the equivalent, in anthropology or equivalent background in social sciences.
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Specialization Notes

Streams include Archaeology and Bioarchaeology, and Sociocultural Anthropology.