Dr. Ryan Cordell

Associate Professor

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Biography

Ryan Charles Cordell is an Associate Professor in the Department of English at the University of Illinois, specializing in digital humanities and literature. His research focuses on the intersection of textual studies and digital media, particularly in the context of 19th-century American literature. Cordell is also the Director of Skeuomorph Press Book Lab at the School of Information Sciences, where he explores innovative publishing techniques to enhance the accessibility and impact of academic work. He is involved in various projects that promote understanding of cultural texts through digital lenses, including viraltexts.org, which investigates the role of textual transmission in the digital age. A dedicated educator, Cordell teaches courses that engage students with both historical and contemporary texts, encouraging critical thinking and interdisciplinary approaches to literature.

Research Interests

Courses

Digital Humanities American Literature

Requirements for University of Illinois

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
IELTS
Listening
Required:7
Reading
Required:7
Writing
Required:7
Speaking
Required:7
Overall
Required:7.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:17
Reading
Required:19
Writing
Required:21
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:103
GRE General
Prerequisites
Mathematical background Linear Algebra Calculus
Application Checklist
  • Online application
  • Unofficial transcripts
  • 3 Letters of Recommendation
  • Academic Statement of Purpose
  • Resume/CV
Specialization Notes

GRE is optional for admission to all graduate programs in Statistics. Full status admission requires higher language scores than limited status.