Richard Thompson

Richard Thompson is an Associate Professor in the School of Art and Design at New Jersey Institute of Technology (NJIT). He holds a B.A. in History and French from Georgetown University (1986) and an M.F.A. in Acting from the Catholic University of America (1989). His role at NJIT focuses on teaching and academic leadership within the arts disciplines. Contact: 973-642-7279.

Education:

• M.F.A., Acting, Catholic University of America, 1989
• B.A., History and French, Georgetown University, 1986

Thompson’s work emphasizes interdisciplinary approaches to art and design education, blending historical perspectives with contemporary creative practices. While specific research publications are not detailed here, his academic contributions likely align with theater arts pedagogy and performance studies. No grants, awards, or lab affiliations are explicitly mentioned in the provided text.