Dr. Leonard Moore

Professor

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Biography

Leonard N. Moore is the George Littlefield Professor of American History at the University of Texas at Austin and the founding director of the College Football Research Project. His scholarship focuses on Modern African American History, black urban history, the intersection of race and sport, and hip-hop culture. His works include "Carl B. Stokes: Rise of Black Political Power in America" and "Black Rage in New Orleans: Police Brutality and African American Activism from World War II to Hurricane Katrina" (2010). Currently, he is working on a book project titled "God's Trombone: The Life of Adam Clayton Powell." In addition to his research, he is deeply involved in helping high-profile athletic programs implement strategic initiatives to support student-athletes. His involvement includes programs within the Longhorn Center for Academic Excellence such as the Summer Bridge Program and the Ronald E. McNair Scholars Program. Moore has held various significant administrative roles at the university including Interim Deputy Director of Minority Recruitment and Chair of the Department of History's Post-Tenure Review Committee.

Research Interests

Experience

Interim Deputy Director

— Present

Office of Provost, University of Texas at Austin • Austin, TX

Oversees minority recruitment initiatives.

Chair

— Present

Department of History, University of Texas at Austin • Austin, TX

Leads the department and supervises faculty.

Director

— Present

Longhorn Scholars Program, University of Texas at Austin • Austin, TX

Directed programs aimed at fostering academic success for underrepresented students.

Assistant Vice-President

— Present

Division of Diversity and Community Engagement, University of Texas at Austin • Austin, TX

Managed diversity initiatives across the university.

Awards

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McNair Scholars Program

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Community Leadership Award

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Exemplary Models in Higher Education Award

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Excellence in Teaching Award

Requirements for University of Texas at Austin

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
GRE General
TOEFL
Total
Required:79
IELTS
Overall
Required:6.5
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited institution
Application Checklist
  • Online application
  • Application fee
  • Official transcripts
  • Statement of Purpose
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • CV/Resume
Specialization Notes

General requirements for the Graduate School at UT Austin apply to all programs unless otherwise specified.