Diane Fellows

Diane Fellows is a Professor in the Department of Architecture and Interior Design at Miami University, part of the College of Creative Arts. Her work bridges architecture with socio-political issues, focusing on global migration, human rights, and storytelling through multimedia. She is a lead advisor and has held progressive academic roles since 2002, advancing from Assistant to Associate Professor before becoming Professor in 2023.

Education:

• Master in Architecture, University of Oregon, 1990
• M.F.A., Studio Art, University of Wisconsin-Madison, 2003
• B.F.A., Photography, University of the Arts (Philadelphia College of Art), 1989

Research Interests:

• Architecture’s role in migration and border studies
• Cultural narratives through film, video, and spatial design
• Human rights law and socio-political dynamics

Awards & Recognition:

• 2021 Crossan Hays Curry Distinguished Educator Award
• Semi-Finalist, Paris Women Festival (2022)
• Permanent collection inclusion at OSU Art Museum (2021)

Key Projects:

• 2023 Venice Biennale exhibition on US-Mexico migration
• Collaborative film installations exploring displacement and identity
• Curated exhibitions addressing cultural and spatial boundaries