Dr. Michelle Habell Pallan

Associate Professor

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Biography

Michelle Habell-Pallan is an Associate Professor in the Department of Gender, Women & Sexuality Studies at the University of Washington, where she also holds adjunct positions in the Department of Communication and the School of Music. Her work is situated at the intersection of transnational cultural studies and feminist theory, with a particular focus on the cultural politics of representations regarding Latino culture, theater, performance, and popular music. Habell-Pallan has participated in numerous exhibitions and projects, including guest curating 'American Sabor: Latinos in U.S. Popular Music,' which toured various prestigious venues, including the Smithsonian Institution. She is the author of 'Loca Motion: Travels in Chicana Latina Popular Culture' and 'Latina/o Popular Culture,' both of which explore the rich narratives and contributions of Latina women in popular culture. Her scholarly interests extend to public scholarship and activist work, playing a pivotal role in community engagement and representing marginalized voices through her research and artistic pursuits. She has cultivated relationships through various initiatives, including the Women Rock Research Project and Graduate Women of Color Collective, fostering inclusivity and advocacy within academic and public spaces.

Research Interests

Requirements for University of Washington

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Total
Required:80
IELTS
Overall
Required:6.5
Duolingo
Overall Score
Required:105
Overall
Required:105
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited college or university
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Specialization Notes

Standard Graduate School requirements for University of Washington apply to most departments listed unless specified otherwise by the program.