Kristine Nielsen is Associate Professor of Art History and a Faculty Affiliate of the International & Global Studies Program. She was the Interim Director of the Ames School of Art & Design, 2024-2025, and directed the Humanities Program, 2021-2023. Professor Nielsen teaches modern and contemporary art from a global perspective, engaging with a wide array of visual cultures. Her pedagogical approach includes the use of academic games to foster student engagement with art history. Her courses in the Art History Program make frequent use of the Merwin & Wakeley Galleries.
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On leave 2025-26
Courses taught
GW 100 Visual Literacy
ART 110 Close Looking
ART 115 Introduction to Art History
ART 220 Introduction to Visual Culture
ART 320 Global Modern Art
ART 322 Global Contemporary Art
ART 399 Art Seminar