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Arathi Menon is an Assistant Professor of Art History at Hamilton College, with affiliations in Asian Studies. Her research focuses on South Asian art histories and the material culture of the premodern Indian Ocean world, particularly examining medieval religious architecture and cross-cultural exchanges in Malabar, India.
Educational Background:
- Ph.D., Columbia University
- M.Phil., Columbia University
- M.A., Columbia University
- B.A., University of California, San Diego
Menon specializes in the art and architecture of South and Southeast Asia, with a focus on Buddhist and Hindu religious structures, storytelling in art, and the Indian Ocean’s role in shaping cultural identities. Her recent work explores digital pedagogy and accessible art education.
Her peer-reviewed publications, such as the chapter on Saint Thomas in South Asia’s art history, highlight her interdisciplinary approach to analyzing religious syncretism and architectural evolution. Menon integrates digital humanities into her research, emphasizing innovative teaching methods.
Scientific Awards:
- Steven Kossak Fellowship in Indian Art
- Riggio Fellowship in Art History
- American Institute of Indian Studies Grant
- Andrew W. Mellon Postdoctoral Fellow (Smarthistory)
- Innovations in Digital Pedagogy Fellowship (2022-23)
- Class of 1966 Career Development Award (2022)
- Class of 1963 Faculty Fellowship (2022)
Menon has taught at Columbia University and Scripps College, and her courses include topics like 'Collecting India,' 'Epic Tales in South Asian Art,' and 'The Sacred Art of South Asia.' She is affiliated with the American Council of Southern Asian Art, Association of Asian Studies, and College Art Association.
