Jacquelyn Tuerk-Stonberg

Jacquelyn Tuerk-Stonberg is an Associate Professor in the Department of Fine Arts at Kean University's College of Liberal Arts. She specializes in Byzantine and Medieval art, with a focus on magic, material culture, and women's studies. She is also a Fulbright Specialist in Art History and an affiliate faculty member in Jewish Studies.

Education:

• Ph.D., University of Chicago, Late Antique and Byzantine Art History and Material Culture
• M.A., The State University of New York at Stony Brook, Art Theory and Criticism
• B.A., University of Virginia, Philosophy and Art History

Research Interests:
Her research delves into the intersection of art, magic, and culture in the Byzantine and Medieval periods. She explores how words, images, and performances shape human experiences, particularly through the study of amulets, icons, and sacred spaces. Her work also extends to contemporary art, examining its relationship to medieval precedents and issues of cultural inclusivity and gender.

Publications and Exhibitions:
Her recent publications focus on Byzantine amulets, magical thinking, and the semiotics of early Byzantine art. She has curated numerous exhibitions, including those on contemporary art, the Holocaust, and feminist artwork. Her upcoming book, Medieval Magic: How to do Things with Words and Images in Byzantium, examines the role of amulets in medicine, ritual, and religion.

Awards and Honors:

• Fulbright Specialist in Art History
• Teacher Who Impacted Educational Growth (Gettysburg College)
• Nominated for Excellence in Teaching Award (Ohio State University)

Teaching and Advising:
She teaches a wide range of courses including Art History, Byzantine Art, Medieval Culture, and Women's Studies. She has directed projects in Women's Studies and led travel-learn courses to Spain. Her teaching philosophy emphasizes challenging and supporting students intellectually and personally.