Dr. Marco Williams

Professor

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Biography

Marco Williams is an award-winning documentary film director known for his significant contributions to cinema and storytelling, particularly in relation to African American history and culture. His notable works include 'Tell Rising: Story of Historically Black Colleges and Universities,' which highlights the pivotal role these institutions play in American history, and 'Black Fives,' a documentary that explores the origins of African American basketball teams. His film 'Undocumented,' which was broadcast by PBS, addresses the consequences of U.S. immigration policy and premiered at the Full Frame Film Festival, earning an Honorable Mention for the Human Rights award. Williams won an Emmy Award for the series 'Ten Days That Unexpectedly Changed America' and received numerous accolades such as the George Foster Peabody Award for 'Towns Jasper.' His documentaries, which are characterized by their compelling narratives and social relevance, have been showcased at various prestigious film festivals worldwide. A faculty member at Northwestern University, Williams previously taught at New York University's Tisch School of the Arts and has earned degrees in Visual and Environmental Studies from Harvard University, as well as both a Master's degree in Afro-American Studies and a Master of Fine Arts from UCLA.

Research Interests

Requirements for Northwestern University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Total
Required:90
IELTS
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
U.S. Bachelor's degree or equivalent
Application Checklist
  • Online application
  • Transcripts
  • Letters of recommendation
  • Statement of purpose
  • Resume/CV
  • TOEFL/IELTS scores (if applicable)
Specialization Notes

Standard PhD requirements for TGS departments including Chemistry, Physics, and Sociology.