Dr. William Doan

Assistant Professor

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Biography

William Doan, Ph.D., is an Artist-in-Residence and has served as the Penn State Laureate for 2019-2020. He earned his Ph.D. from Case Western Reserve University, an MFA from Virginia Commonwealth University, and a BA from Gannon University. His career includes significant contributions to the arts and education, particularly in theatre and higher education. As a respected figure in these areas, he has taken leadership roles such as the President of the Association of Theatre in Higher Education from 2011 to 2013. In addition to his academic and artistic endeavors, Doan's research focuses on topics related to brain injury, consciousness, identity, and anxiety, reflecting his interdisciplinary approach to understanding complex human experiences and their representation in the arts.

Research Interests

Awards

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Penn State Laureate

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Inducted College of Fellows of the American Theatre

2018-01-01

Requirements for Pennsylvania State University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Writing
Required:24
Speaking
Required:23
Total
Required:100
IELTS
Writing
Required:7
Speaking
Required:7
Overall
Required:7
GRE General
Prerequisites
Master's degree in related field for PhD Baccalaureate degree from accredited institution
Application Checklist
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • Statement of Purpose
  • Writing Sample
  • Official Transcripts
  • Resume/CV
Specialization Notes

GRE scores are highly recommended but not strictly required for Applied Linguistics.