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Keith ObadikeView profile

Professor

• Sound Art
• Digital Media
• Interdisciplinary Art
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Keith Obadike is a Professor in the Department of Art at Cornell University's College of Architecture, Art, and Planning (AAP), where he also serves as Director of Undergraduate Studies. He is an acclaimed interdisciplinary artist and composer, known for his collaborative work with Mendi Obadike, which spans sound art, digital media, public installations, performance, and internet-based projects. His artistic and academic work critically engages with technology, race, history, and identity. Obadike earned a B.A. in Visual Art from North Carolina Central University and an M.F.A. in Sound Design from Yale University. Prior to joining Cornell, he taught at William Paterson University and held visiting positions at Princeton University, Columbia University, Northwestern University, and the Art Institute of Chicago. His research and creative practice focus on sound art, digital media, public art, performance, and collaborative practice , with strong interdisciplinary connections to Afrofuturism, data sonification, and social justice. He explores how sound and technology mediate racial identity, memory, and liberation, notably through the concept of acousmatic blackness , which he and Mendi developed to describe the racial perception of sound when its source is unseen. Obadike’s selected works include large-scale public sound installations such as Blues Speaker (for James Baldwin) , Free/Phase , Compass Song (Times Square Arts), and GuideStar (Space Needle, Seattle). His projects often use data sonification, archival research, and mythic storytelling, blending historical inquiry with futuristic vision. Notable series include the Opera-Masquerades , Americana Suites , and Numbers Station works, which transform databases of violence into sonic experiences. His honors include: Rockefeller New Media Arts Fellowship (2004) Louis Comfort Tiffany Biennial Award (2015) New York Foundation for the Arts Fellowship in Fiction New Music USA Creator Development Fund (2022) Obadike has received commissions and support from institutions such as the Vera List Center, Harlem Stage, Times Square Arts, the American Composers Orchestra, and the Cornell Mui Ho Center for Cities. He has exhibited and performed at The New Museum, The Whitney Museum of American Art, MoMA, and The Studio Museum in Harlem. His writings and publications include contributions to Studies into Darkness (2022), and artist books such as Four Electric Ghosts and Big House / Disclosure (both 2014). He has also released albums like Crosstalk (2008) and created internet artworks such as Blackness for Sale (2001) and The Interaction of Coloreds (2002), which are foundational in new media and critical race art. While specific advisees are not listed, his role as Director of Undergraduate Studies and Professor indicates active mentorship. His work is deeply collaborative, often co-created with Mendi Obadike, and supported by interdisciplinary teams and institutions.

Barbara WhiteView profile

Professor

• Contemporary Composition
• Interdisciplinary Collaboration
• Music and Embodiment
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Barbara White is Professor of Music at Princeton University, where she has been teaching since 1998. She is a distinguished composer with decades of experience in concert music and interdisciplinary collaboration, and an accomplished clarinetist with special interest in shakuhachi (Japanese bamboo flute) and Cape Breton musical traditions. Her research interests span contemporary composition, the relationship between music and everyday experience, gender studies in music, traditional music practices, and the intersection of art with text, movement, and cultural context. She has developed innovative courses on topics including 'outsider music,' interculturalism and exoticism, autobiography and masquerade, and the relationship between specialized art-making and everyday experience. White's scholarly work explores the coordination between sound and movement, the relationship between creative activity and everyday life, and the impact of gender, listening, and spirituality on music. Her compositions range from intimate solo and chamber works to larger projects like the opera 'Weakness,' which premiered in 2012 and examines themes of female sovereignty and bystander complicity through a Celtic myth adaptation. Fromm Music Foundation Commission recipient (2017) Extensive work with shakuhachi performer Riley Lee Duo collaborations including 'Farewell to Music' and 'Fork & Spoon' Development of unique performance practices integrating contemplative and creative elements As a dedicated educator, White serves as composition teacher and dissertation advisor, cultivating both open-mindedness and rigor in her students. Her teaching philosophy emphasizes receptive listening to young composers' ideas while developing their technical and conceptual skills. She has hosted visiting artists like Riley Lee in her seminars, culminating in full concerts of student works.

Alison TedmanView profile

Senior Lecturer

• Film Studies
• Media Studies
• Fantasy
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Dr. Alison Tedman is a Senior Lecturer at Buckinghamshire New University, where she has been teaching since 1992. She played a pivotal role in establishing the university’s first BA programme combining film and media studies with video production, and has contributed to the development of several related degrees. She holds a PhD in Film Studies from the University of Kent, with a thesis titled Strategies of Pleasure and Power: The Role of Phantasy in the Fairy Tale Film , as well as a First-Class BA (Hons) in Film and Drama Studies with English Literature. Her research focuses on fantasy, fairy tale, science fiction, and young adult dystopian media. She has published extensively on YA dystopian cinema and is an active reviewer for Foundation: The International Review of Science Fiction and Fantastika Journal . Her recent scholarly work explores visual identity, virtual reality, female agency, and spatial narratives in youth-oriented speculative fiction across film and television. She is a member of the Science Fiction Foundation, the YA Studies Association, and the British Association of Film, Television and Screen Studies. The trend in her recent publications shows a consistent engagement with young adult speculative fiction, particularly dystopian and fantasy series and films such as The Hunger Games , The Wilds , The Tribe , and Panic . Her scholarship combines genre analysis, feminist theory, and media studies to examine identity, power, and narrative structure in contemporary screen media. Scientific Affiliations: Science Fiction Foundation YA Studies Association British Association of Film, Television and Screen Studies Reviewer for: Foundation: The International Review of Science Fiction Fantastika Journal Dr. Tedman is actively involved in mentoring students and guiding them through their academic and professional development. Her teaching spans film and television production, critical theory, and new media. She has developed teaching resources and curricula focused on young adult dystopia, contributing to pedagogical innovation in media studies. She has presented her research at numerous international conferences, demonstrating sustained scholarly engagement and leadership in her field. She is affiliated with Buckinghamshire New University’s film programme as Course Leader for both the BA (Hons) Film Production and BA (Hons) Film and Television Production. She continues to publish and present on evolving themes in fantasy and dystopian media, maintaining an active research profile.

Ralph J. HexterView profile

Professor

• Classical Greek and Roman Literature
• Medieval Latin Literature
• Comparative Literature
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Roles & Affiliations Ralph J. Hexter is a distinguished scholar and administrator. He currently serves as Distinguished Professor of Classics and Comparative Literature at the University of California, Davis, and as Provost and Executive Vice Chancellor. Previously, he held leadership roles such as Interim Chancellor and Dean of Letters & Science at UC Berkeley, and President of Hampshire College. His academic career spans institutions including Yale University, the University of Colorado, and UC Davis. Education Ph.D. and M.Phil. in Comparative Literature, Yale University (1982) M.A. and B.A. in Classics and Modern Languages, Oxford University (1977, 1982) A.B. in English Literature, Harvard College (1974) Research Interests Dr. Hexter’s work focuses on classical and medieval literature, with specializations in Ovid, Virgil, and the reception of classical texts. His research explores themes such as medieval exegesis, the history of sexuality, and the intersection of opera with classical themes. He has pioneered studies on the cultural reception of Ovid’s Metamorphoses and the role of medieval Latin in literary traditions. Publications & Awards He is the author of Ovid and Medieval Schooling and co-editor of the Oxford Handbook of Medieval Latin Literature . His work has been recognized with prestigious awards, including election to the American Academy of Arts and Sciences and the Stonewall Center’s Legacy Award. Key articles include studies on Virgil’s Aeneid , Ovid’s reception, and queer interpretations of classical texts. Teaching & Mentorship Dr. Hexter has taught courses on classical and medieval literature, opera, and comparative literature. He has mentored numerous doctoral students whose work spans ancient epics, medieval biblical narratives, and Apuleius’ Metamorphoses . His administrative service includes leadership roles in LGBTQ+ advocacy and institutional accreditation. Professional Contributions He has held leadership positions in the American Philological Association and the MLA, and serves on advisory boards such as the Dumbarton Oaks Medieval Library. His scholarly addresses include talks on classical reception, opera, and leadership in academia.

• Court studies
• Early modern history
• Architectural theory
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Barbara Arciszewska is Professor in the Institute of Art History at the University of Warsaw, where she has been employed since 1999. She served as Director of the Institute of Art History from 2016 to 2020 and is currently Chair of the Board of Governors of Wilanów Palace Museum. Previously, she was a Visiting Professor at Indiana University (Bloomington) in 2019 and has held research positions at prestigious institutions including the Canadian Centre for Architecture in Montreal and the Yale Center for British Art. Her academic background includes an MA from the Courtauld Institute of Art and a PhD from the University of Toronto. She was a Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council of Canada Post-Graduate Fellow from 1994-1996 and has received numerous research fellowships throughout her career. Professor Arciszewska specializes in the theory and practice of architecture in early modern Europe, with particular focus on court studies, architectural history, and art theory. Her research explores the intersections of architectural patronage, gender studies, and cultural identity in European contexts, particularly within the Polish-Lithuanian Commonwealth and Britain. She has made significant contributions to understanding how historical narratives shaped architectural production and how architectural spaces functioned within political and cultural frameworks of early modern courts. Her scholarly work has been recognized with prestigious awards including two Clio Awards (2003, 2011) for her monographs The Hanoverian Court and the Triumph of Palladio and Classicism and Modernity: Architectural Thought in Eighteenth-century Britain , as well as the 2008 Sybilla Award for organizing "The Baroque Villa Conference" at the Wilanów Palace Museum. In 2019, she was part of a consortium awarded funding within the Horizon 2020 programme for the PALAMUSTO project, which focuses on early modern court residences. Professor Arciszewska has been actively involved in numerous academic associations including the Society of Architectural Historians and European Architectural History Network. She serves on scientific advisory boards for book series published by Brepols and DeGruyter, and has reviewed for major publishing houses, professional journals, and grant agencies including the European Research Council. Her international collaborations include participation in the PALAMUSTO project and previous work with the Royal Netherlands Academy of Arts and Sciences on "Antiquity and Its Alternatives." As a longstanding member and current Chair of the Board of Governors of Wilanów Palace Museum, Professor Arciszewska bridges academic research with cultural heritage management, contributing to the preservation and interpretation of one of Poland's most significant historical sites.

Alexander CarpenterView profile

Professor

• Viennese Music and Culture
• Popular Music
• Music and Psychoanalysis
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Alexander Carpenter serves as Professor of Music in the Department of Fine Arts and Humanities at the University of Alberta's Augustana Campus. He also directs the Wirth Institute for Austrian and Central European Studies and has held visiting professorships at the University of Vienna and University of Innsbruck. His career bridges academic scholarship and musical performance, with significant contributions to musicology, criticism, and rock music. Dr. Carpenter's research spans Viennese music and culture (particularly the Second Viennese School), popular music studies, film music, and the intersections between music and psychoanalysis. His work connects historical musicology with contemporary cultural analysis, examining topics ranging from Schoenberg's compositions to gothic rock aesthetics and zombie narratives in popular culture. He approaches music through multiple theoretical frameworks including Lacanian psychoanalysis, cultural studies, and aesthetic philosophy. His recent publications demonstrate consistent scholarly output with forthcoming works including Critical Lives: Beethoven and Echoes of Tartini . His article output reveals three primary research trajectories: Schoenberg studies (comprising approximately 40% of his work), psychoanalytic approaches to music (30%), and popular music analysis (30%), with increasing attention to horror film music and subcultural studies in recent years. Carpenter actively contributes to public intellectual discourse as a music critic for publications including Aeon and The Conversation, and frequently appears in media as a commentator on diverse musical topics from Taylor Swift to classical music history. His interdisciplinary approach connects academic musicology with broader cultural conversations. As a performing musician, Carpenter sings and plays guitar with Edmonton-based rock bands Boomstick and The Exstatics, embodying his theoretical interest in the connections between academic musicology and popular music practice. His teaching includes innovative courses on Viennese musical history taught in Austria and interdisciplinary seminars on zombies in popular culture, reflecting his commitment to experiential and place-based learning.

• Performing Arts
• Renaissance Festivals
• Classical Reception
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Francesca Bortoletti is an Associate Professor at the Department of Humanities, Social Sciences and Cultural Enterprises at Università di Parma , Italy. She specializes in Performing Arts and Cultural Memory , with a focus on Renaissance festivals, theater history, and classical reception. Her research explores intersections between scholarship, performance-based research, and pedagogy , particularly in youth education and civic engagement through drama. Research Themes : Renaissance festivals as political/cultural tools, classical antiquity's influence on early modern performance, mythological narratives in theater, and digital mapping of historical events. Teaching : Leads courses on Theatre in History , Performing Arts and Cultural Memory , and Performance Atlases for both undergraduate and graduate students in Artistic Heritage and Media Communication programs. Publications : 2024 works on Dionysian pedagogy, Medici Florence's Orpheus performances, and Ferrara's sacred spectacles. Earlier research spans 2002-2021, covering topics from madrigals to royal entry rituals. Her recent 2024 articles emphasize ephemeral Renaissance through interdisciplinary lenses, analyzing how festivals integrated ethics, aesthetics, and politics. She co-edited a double monographic issue of Skenè Journal (2024) with digital tools like FRIDA atlas (2018).

Margaret OwensView profile

Lecturer

• Historical Performance
• Baroque Music
• Oboe Performance
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Margaret Owens serves as an Adjunct Lecturer in Music specializing in Historical Oboes at Indiana University's Historical Performance Institute within the Jacobs School of Music. Her office is located in Merrill Hall, MU301, and she maintains active performance and teaching engagements across North America. Her academic credentials include: D.M.A., Doctor of Musical Arts, City University of New York, 2010 M.M., Master of Music, Manhattan School of Music, 1993 B.M., Bachelor of Music, University of North Carolina at Greensboro, 1991 Owens' research and performance focus centers on Historical Performance practices, particularly Baroque Oboe repertoire and period-instrument techniques. She actively bridges historical and contemporary domains through premieres of new works for oboe and English horn while maintaining expertise in dramatic masquerades by the Philidor family. Her scholarly contributions extend to lectures on performance practice reconstruction and critical analyses of wind ensemble traditions. As a performer, Owens collaborates with leading ensembles including American Bach Soloists, Tafelmusik, and the Washington Bach Consort, while also directing George Mason University's Baroque Chamber Orchestra. Her artistic impact spans both historical authenticity and modern innovation in woodwind chamber music. No scientific awards were documented in the source material. Owens maintains dual teaching appointments at Indiana University's Early Music Institute and George Mason University, where she instructs modern oboe and directs period ensembles. No formal student advising relationships or research grants were specified in the available documentation. Her professional activities integrate performance, pedagogy, and historical reconstruction through active participation in Washington D.C. area ensembles including Opera Lafayette, the Folger Consort, and the National Cathedral Baroque Orchestra, alongside her leadership of George Mason's Baroque Chamber Orchestra initiative.

Marika Takanishi KnowlesView profile

Senior Lecturer

• French art (17th-19th centuries)
• Theatricality in art
• Gender studies
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Dr. Marika Takanishi Knowles is a Senior Lecturer in Art History at the University of St Andrews' School of Art History. Her research focuses on French art from the 17th to 19th centuries, emphasizing the intersection of art with social life, theatricality, and performative identity. She holds external roles such as External Reviewer at University College London (2019-2022) and has been awarded prestigious fellowships like the Leverhulme Trust Major Research Fellowship (2026-2028). Her research explores themes including gender, courtly life, print culture, and visual representations of bureaucracy in French Algeria and New Orleans. Notable publications include Pierrot and his world (2024) and Realism and Role-Play (2020). She actively supervises PhD students in French art history, particularly those investigating performative sociability, costume, and art-theatre relationships. External roles: External Reviewer at University College London Awards: Leverhulme Trust Fellowship, Villa I Tatti Fellowship Research projects: Jacques Callot studies, 19th-century bureaucratic visual culture Her work engages with interdisciplinary topics such as race, material culture, and the relationship between text and image, reflecting a commitment to reinterpreting French art through sociocultural lenses.