Dr. Sarah Knuckey

Professor

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Biography

Sarah Maree Knuckey is a Clinical Professor at Columbia Law School, where she directs the Human Rights Clinic at the Human Rights Institute. A dedicated human rights advocate, Knuckey collaborates with students and social justice advocates to investigate human rights abuses worldwide and to promote justice and accountability. Her work addresses various issues, including armed conflict, counterterrorism, and the psychological impacts of war. Notably, she has been involved in significant investigations in Brazil, the Democratic Republic of Congo, Kenya, Yemen, and the United States. Knuckey's advocacy has focused on pressing mental health crises in regions affected by conflict and has led to innovative projects aimed at improving the well-being of activists. She co-founded the Human Rights Methodology Lab to enhance human rights research and the Human Rights Resilience Project, which aims to support the mental health of advocates. Recognized for her teaching excellence, Knuckey has received numerous awards, including the Columbia University Presidential Award for Outstanding Teaching. Her scholarly interests encompass human rights methodologies, clinical pedagogy, and critical perspectives on human rights.

Research Interests

Experience

Clinical Professor

— Present

Columbia Law School • New York, NY

Directs the Human Rights Clinic, overseeing student investigations into human rights abuses.

Awards

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Columbia University Presidential Award for Outstanding Teaching

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Parker School Global Innovation Award

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Fulbright Postgraduate Award

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Murphy Postgraduate Scholarship

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Harvard Human Rights Program Fellowship

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Parsons Memorial Prize

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KCF Keall Prize

Requirements for Columbia University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Total
Required:100
IELTS
Overall
Required:7.5
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree or international equivalent
Application Checklist
  • Online application
  • Transcripts
  • Statement of Academic Purpose
  • Personal Statement
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • CV or Resume
  • Application fee
Specialization Notes

Department of Anthropology (GSAS)