Dr. Nandini Bhattacharya

Professor

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Biography

Nandini Bhattacharya is a Professor at Texas A&M University in the College of Arts and Sciences. She holds a Ph.D. in English from the University of Rochester, obtained in 1992, along with an M.A. in English from the same institution, earned in 1989. Additionally, she received her B.A. in English Hons from Presidency College, Calcutta, in 1985. Her research areas encompass Transnational Literatures, Race and Ethnicity Studies, Contemporary Asian American literature, and Gender and Sexuality studies, among others. She has published extensively on diverse topics, including Creative Writing, South Asia Studies, Postcolonial Studies, and Film Studies. Bhattacharya has been recognized with numerous awards and honors, such as the Ragdale Residency in 2022 and her works have been nominated for or have received accolades in various literary contests like the Pushcart Prize and the Disquiet International Literary Prize. She is also involved in educational experiences, such as contributing to workshops and participating in faculty seminars. Her ongoing contributions reflect a commitment to exploring the intersections of literature, culture, and societal issues.

Research Interests

Awards

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Ragdale Residency

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Nominated Pushcart Prize

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Finalist Saturday Evening Post Great American Stories Contest

2020-10-01
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Longlisted Disquiet International Literary Prize

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Finalist Reynolds Price International Literary Awards

2019-04-01
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General Contributor

2018-08-01
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Runner-Up Los Angeles Review Flash Fiction contest

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Folger Institute Faculty Seminar Award

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Andrew W. Mellon Foundation Fellowship

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Midwest Faculty Fellowship

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Lilly Foundation Diversity Incentive Grant

Requirements for Texas A&M University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
GRE General
TOEFL
Total
Required:80
Prerequisites
Baccalaureate degree Baccalaureate degree in Communication or related field preferred
Application Checklist
  • Curriculum Vita
  • Statement of Purpose (500-750 words)
  • Writing Sample (up to 10,000 words)
  • Three Letters of Recommendation
  • Unofficial Transcripts
  • GraduateCAS Application
Specialization Notes

Department: Department of Communication and Journalism. Ph.D. program only currently admitting. GRE is test-optional.