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David Larsen is a Clinical Associate Professor at New York University within the Liberal Studies program. His work bridges Classical Arabic poetry and prose, West Asian antiquity, and Arabic > English translation with a focus on Semiotics. He specializes in freshman education and literary demystification, serving as a key figure in the Core Program for over a decade.
- Education:
- Ph.D., University of California, Berkeley
- B.A., University of California, Berkeley
His research interests center on the intersection of ancient Islamicate semiotics and poetic theory, with particular attention to lexical traditions and transcultural narratives. His translations and analyses span texts from the Book of Mules to Epistles on Practical Crafts, reflecting a broader engagement with Medieval Arabic literature and Islamicate intellectual history.
Recent trends in his work include translating 7th-century Arabic prose about animal symbolism and medieval disputation, alongside publishing original poems in journals like R&R. His scholarship combines linguistic precision with cultural analysis, highlighting translational challenges and historical continuities.
- Major scientific awards:
- Harold Morton Landon Translation Award (2018)
- Fulbright Research Fellowship in Egypt (2010–11)
- Mellon Postdoctoral Fellowship (2008–10)
- Abduljawad Prize for Best Paper on an Islamic Subject (2004)
Though not explicitly listed, his advising likely involves mentoring students in translation, comparative literature, and Islamicate studies. He has held visiting roles, including at Ohio State University (2015–16), and engages extensively with digital humanities through his blog.
