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Charles Hirschkind is a professor in the Department of Anthropology at the University of California, Berkeley. His research focuses on the intersections of religion, media, and politics, particularly within the contexts of the Middle East, North America, and Europe. He explores how religious practices and media technologies influence contemporary sociopolitical landscapes, emphasizing ethical and political implications of these interactions. His notable work includes the book 'Ethical Soundscape: Cassette Sermons and Islamic Counterpublics', which examines how popular Islamic media, specifically cassette sermons, have reshaped political geographies in the Middle East over the past few decades. Hirschkind's other research interests include the relationship between historical memory and contemporary Islamic heritage in Europe, as well as the cultural implications of Islamic practices in modern contexts. He has published extensively on topics related to religious performance, media theory, and the sensory dimensions of religious experience, contributing significantly to the understanding of how media shapes religious identities and practices today.
University of California, Berkeley • Berkeley, CA
Teaches courses on religion, media, and anthropology while conducting research in these fields.
The Mathematics Subject GRE is required for the Fall 2026 admissions cycle. General GRE is optional.