Dr. Judith Schwartz

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Biography

Judith Schwartz is a Professor Emerita at NYU Steinhardt, specializing in Art Education and Art Professions. She has made significant contributions to the field through her work as an author, critic, and curator. Judith is well-known for her book 'Confrontational Ceramics,' published in 2008 by University of Pennsylvania Press, which examines how artists use clay to express personal alienations and social-political struggles. As an invited member of the International Academy of Ceramics, she has chaired various international conferences focused on the intersections of art and education. Judith has worked as an educational consultant, collaborating with Lenox China Company and serving on the boards of several prestigious institutions, including Watershed Center for Ceramic Arts and Studio Potter Magazine. Her contributions to the field also include consulting for numerous exhibitions, such as the Ceramic Biennial in Icheon, Korea. Judith actively engages with community artists and educators, reflecting her commitment to social activism and radical education in the vibrant cultural landscape of New York City.

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.