Dr. Jonathan Berger

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Jonathan Berger is a Clinical Associate Professor in the Department of Studio Art at New York University Steinhardt. His work encompasses fields such as sculpture, installation, performance, conceptual art, and design, emphasizing an experimental and cross-disciplinary approach to the creation and presentation of exhibitions. He explores the intersections of traditional and non-traditional forms, engaging in projects that physically produce materials and seek to re-contextualize them to generate conversations and exchanges within the art community. Berger's notable exhibitions include 'On Creating Reality, Andy Kaufman' at Maccarone, Inc. and the 2009 PERFORMA Biennial, where he organized 'Stuart Sherman: Sleeve'. He has presented his work in various prestigious venues, including the Busan Biennial, MOCA Los Angeles, and the Queens Museum of Art. In recognition of his contributions to the arts, he has received grants from the Pollock-Krasner Foundation and completed residencies at Yaddo and the MacDowell Colony. He holds an MFA from New York University and a BFA from the California Institute of the Arts, both of which underscore his commitment to contemporary art practice in a teaching context.

Research Interests

Requirements for New York University Steinhardt

Doctorate Program
Requirements
TOEFL
Total
Required:100
Prerequisites
Master's degree preferred but not required for 54-credit track
Application Checklist
  • Résumé/CV
  • MCC Essay (Research Area/Topic)
  • Writing Sample (Master's thesis or equivalent)
  • Three Letters of Recommendation
  • Official Transcripts
  • English Proficiency Exam (if applicable)
Specialization Notes

Department of Media, Culture, and Communication - PhD Program focusing on Global and Transcultural Studies, Technology and Society, and Visual Culture.