Dr. Maria Franklin

Professor

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Biography

Maria Franklin is a Professor and the Associate Chair of 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 research primarily focuses on historical archaeology, archaeological theory, African Diaspora studies, race, gender, and feminist theory. With extensive teaching experience, she has offered various courses including 'Supervised Teaching in Anthropology', 'Archaeological Curation: Theory/Practice', and 'Introduction to Graduate Feminist Anthropology'. Franklin has contributed significantly to the academic community through her rigorous scholarship and dedication to the mentoring of students in anthropology, addressing complex topics related to identity, culture, and historical context.

Research Interests

Courses

Supervised Teaching in Anthropology Archaeological Curation: Theory/Practice Introduction to Graduate Feminist Anthropology Introduction to Archaeological Studies: Prehistoric African Diaspora Archaeology 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
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  • 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.