Dr. William Schipper

Professor

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Biography

William Schipper is a Full Professor in the Department of English at Memorial University of Newfoundland. He holds a PhD from Queen’s University and a Master’s degree from the University of Windsor. Schipper has a rich academic background in Old English, Carolingian studies, and Biblical commentaries, particularly focusing on Hrabanus Maurus. His work includes numerous articles and book chapters published in reputable journals and collected volumes. He has delivered keynote addresses and presentations at international conferences, including the Atlantic Medieval Association and the International Congress on Medieval Studies. Schipper is actively involved in professional activities, having served as a member of the MUN Senate from 1998 to 2017 and in various leadership roles within the MUN Faculty Association. He is recognized for his contributions to undergraduate and graduate education in Medieval Studies and has supervised numerous graduate students in the field.

Research Interests

Experience

Full Professor

2005-01-01 — Present

Memorial University of Newfoundland • St. John's, NL

Full-time faculty member focusing on English literature with an emphasis on medieval texts.

Courses

English 1090: Critical Reading and Writing: Telling Stories English 3500: Old English English 3600: Chaucer English 4600: Medieval Romance Medieval Studies 2000: Cultural Legacy of the Middle Ages English 7100: Authors of Medieval Romance

Requirements for Memorial University of Newfoundland

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:2.75
IELTS
Overall
Required:7
TOEFL
Total
Required:92
GMAT
Total Score
Required:550
Overall
Required:550
GRE General
Verbal
Required:151
Quantitative
Required:151
Overall
Required:151
Prerequisites
Four-year bachelor's degree Minimum two years of relevant full-time work experience
Application Checklist
  • Online application
  • Official transcripts
  • Two letters of reference
  • CV/Resume
  • GMAT or GRE score
  • Proof of English proficiency (if applicable)
Specialization Notes

Department of Business Administration (MBA program)