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Benjamin Anderson is an Associate Professor in the Department of Classics at Cornell University. He specializes in the study of the cultures of Mediterranean antiquity, with a particular focus on Byzantine art. His book, 'Cosmos Community Early Medieval Art', investigates the reception of ancient astronomical imagery in Byzantine, Frankish, and early Islamic states. He has received several accolades for his scholarly work, including the Charles Rufus Morey Book Award from the College Art Association and the Karen Gould Prize from the Medieval Academy of America. Anderson's research has been supported by fellowships from prestigious institutions, including the Center for Advanced Study in the Visual Arts (CASVA) and the German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD). He has published widely on the history of Constantinople and Byzantine studies and has served in several leadership roles, including as President of the Byzantine Studies Association of North America. His current projects include editing volumes on the history of Hagia Sophia and examining Byzantine oracles in early modern Europe. Anderson is actively seeking new PhD advisees for Fall 2026 in his areas of expertise.
Department of Architecture