Catherine Bernard

Catherine Bernard is a Professor in the Visual Arts department at the School of Arts and Sciences, State University of New York at Old Westbury. Her academic work spans contemporary art theory, diaspora studies, and transcultural identity formation.

• PhD, Sorbonne University, Paris, France
• M.F.A, Sorbonne University
• BFA & BA, Sorbonne University

Her research focuses on transcultural phenomena and pluri-cultural identities, examining how migrations and cultural entanglements create hybrid identities. She has written extensively on diaspora art practices and political dimensions of contemporary visual culture.

Key publication trends include analysis of video art from conflict zones, digital utopias, and guerrilla media activism. Her curatorial practice encompasses over 20 exhibitions exploring these themes.

Professional affiliations include the College Art Association and collaborations with institutions like Neuberger Museum of Art, Blaffer Art Museum, and Whitechapel Art Gallery.