Dr. Christian Novetzke

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Biography

Christian Lee Novetzke is a Professor at the Henry M. Jackson School of International Studies at the University of Washington, specializing in the study of religion, culture, and history in South Asia. His work engages with public ethics, caste, gender, and power, focusing on historical and contemporary issues. Novetzke's research incorporates a range of sources, including Marathi and Hindi materials, as well as textual, ethnographic, and visual/filmic sources. He has explored the historical trajectory of Maharashtra from the medieval period through the colonial and modern eras to the postcolonial period. His notable publications include 'Religion Public Memory,' awarded by the American Academy of Religion, and 'Amar Akbar Anthony: Bollywood, Brotherhood, Nation.' His edited volume, 'Bhakti Power: Debating India’s Religion Heart,' as well as his current work on yoga and political thought, reflect his diverse academic interests and contributions to the field.

Research Interests

Requirements for University of Washington

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Total
Required:80
IELTS
Overall
Required:6.5
Duolingo
Overall Score
Required:105
Overall
Required:105
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited college or university
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Specialization Notes

Standard Graduate School requirements for University of Washington apply to most departments listed unless specified otherwise by the program.