Dr. Mélissa Villella

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Mélissa Villella is an Adjunct Professor in the Faculty of Education at the University of Ottawa. She has a doctorate in education and has previously held a position as an Assistant Professor at the Université du Québec en Abitibi-Témiscamingue, where she contributed to specialized graduate programs in educational institution management. With years of experience in the field of education across Ontario and Quebec, her research interests encompass leadership, inclusion, anti-racism, interculturalism, and curriculum studies within Francophone environments. Villella’s work frequently addresses systemic racism and emphasizes the importance of data-driven decision-making in educational leadership. She is dedicated to enhancing the experiences of Black students and other marginalized groups in educational settings, fostering an environment that values diversity and equity in education.

Research Interests

Requirements for University of Ottawa

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6.5
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:22
Speaking
Required:22
Total
Required:86
Prerequisites
Honours BA in History or equivalent
Application Checklist
  • Official Transcripts
  • Two letters of recommendation
  • Resume
  • Statement of Interest
Specialization Notes

Department of History