Dr. Mo Pareles

Associate Professor

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Biography

Mo Pareles is an Associate Professor in the Department of English Language and Literatures. With a Ph.D. from New York University, Pareles specializes in medieval studies, focusing on Old and Middle English literature. Their research interests include the engagement with Ladino and Yiddish languages, as well as themes of embodiment and temporality in medieval texts. They are a co-convener of the Jewish-Muslim Cultural Intimacies project and have published works exploring the intersections of Jewish law and Christian theology, exemplified in their book 'Pure: Jewish Law, Christian Supersession, Bible Translation' (University of Toronto Press, 2024), which was awarded the Margaret Wade Labarge Book Prize. Additionally, Pareles's upcoming book project, tentatively titled 'Time’s Infant, Animal, Jewish Temporalities Medieval Christianity,' delves into the complex temporalities that shape medieval Christian futurity.

Research Interests

Old English Literature Middle English Literature Ladino Yiddish Porcine Embodiment Temporalities Bible Translation Jewish-Christian Relations Jewish-Muslim Relations

Requirements for University of British Columbia

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6.5
Reading
Required:6.5
Writing
Required:6.5
Speaking
Required:6.5
Overall
Required:7
TOEFL
Listening
Required:22
Reading
Required:22
Writing
Required:21
Speaking
Required:21
Total
Required:100
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in Philosophy or related field 3 credits in formal logic 6 credits at the upper level in history of philosophy 3 credits at the upper level in ethics or value theory 6 credits at the upper level in metaphysics, epistemology, or philosophy of science
Application Checklist
  • Online application form
  • Application fee
  • Transcripts from all post-secondary institutions
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • Writing sample (15-20 pages)
  • Statement of intent
  • Evidence of English language proficiency
Specialization Notes

Offers course-only and thesis routes. Focus areas include philosophy of science, mind, ethics, and Asian philosophy.