A faculty of professional art historians

SCAD professors are dedicated to creating once-in-a-lifetime opportunities just for you. Through guest speakers, critiques, portfolio reviews, and more, we connect our students with professionals in the industry every day. These contacts lead to internships, mentorships, and often real-world job opportunities for our students.

Program leadership

Arthur J. DiFuria

Dean, School of Liberal Arts

Catherine Ramsdell

Chair, liberal arts

H. Christian Carr

Associate chair, art history

Kerry Brown

Associate chair, art history

"I like the idea of perpetuating cultural memory, instructing my students to ensure a continuity of inquiry and understanding across long spans of time."

Arthur J. DiFuria | Dean, School of Liberal Arts

Faculty experience

The art history professors at SCAD bring years of professional experience and vital industry contacts to the classroom. They hold outstanding credentials, conduct pioneering research on a wide range of topics – from Buddhist art in Japan to the influence of the Medici dynasty in the Italian Renaissance era – and spur professional development in university classrooms.

Art history faculty at SCAD have worked for the following universities and organizations:

  • The Metropolitan Museum of Art
  • National Gallery of Art
  • Biltmore Estate
  • Monticello/Thomas Jefferson Memorial Foundation

An environment designed for your success

At SCAD, professors who facilitate incredible opportunities is just one component of a diverse and fulfilling student experience. You can do it all: participate in signature events, hobnob with visiting artists and professionals, take advantage of stellar facilities and resources, and more.

Learn more about the art history student experience