Dr. Maria Franklin

Professor

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Biography

Maria Franklin is a Professor and serves as the Associate Chair in the Department of Anthropology at the University of Texas at Austin. She holds a Ph.D. in Anthropology from the University of California at Berkeley. Her academic work is centered on historical archaeology and archaeological theory, with particular interests in African Diaspora studies, race, gender, and feminist theory. Throughout her career, Franklin has made significant contributions to the understanding of African Diaspora archaeology and the intersections of race and gender in archaeological practice. She teaches a range of courses at both undergraduate and graduate levels, emphasizing the relevance of these topics in contemporary analysis and discourse. Franklin is an advocate for inclusive teaching approaches in anthropology, striving to integrate diverse perspectives into her curriculum.

Research Interests

Courses

ANT 398T • Supervising Teaching In Anthropology ANT 324L • Archaeological Curation: Theory/Practice ANT 392S • Introduction to Graduate Feminist Anthropology WGS 393 • Introduction to Graduate Feminist Anthropology ANT 304 • Introduction to Archaeological Studies: Prehistoric AFR 315V • African Diaspora Archaeology ANT 310F • African Diaspora Archaeology ANT 324L • Theories of Archaeology

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.