Katherine Hauser

Katherine Hauser is an Associate Professor and Associate Chair of Art History at Skidmore College, holding the Charlotte Lamson Clarke '53 Chair in Art History. Her research spans contemporary art, modern design, and the political dimensions of visual culture. She teaches courses like Resist! Activist Art in the United States and History of Modern Design, emphasizing ethical engagement with art and interdisciplinary learning.

• Education: Ph.D. and M.A. from University of California at Los Angeles, B.A. from University of California at Davis, and studies at Foothill Community College.

Her research focuses on the intersection of art with social activism, surveillance, and design history. Publications analyze photorealism, Cold War-era visual politics, and feminist critiques of institutional language.

• Trends in publications: Explores how art reflects and challenges societal norms, particularly in gender, power dynamics, and activist movements.

• Awards:
  • The Charlotte Lamson Clarke '53 Chair (2024-2029)
  • Skidmore IdeaLab Innovative Pedagogy Award (2022)
  • Faculty Development Grants (2021, 2019)
  • Ralph A. Ciancio Award for Excellence in Teaching (2010-11)