Dr. Michael Marrinan

Professor

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Biography

Michael Marrinan is a Professor of Art History, Emeritus, at Stanford University, specializing in European art from the 17th to the 19th centuries. Over his distinguished career, he has held numerous academic appointments, including Professor and Interim Chair of the Department of Art & Art History, and has contributed significantly to the field through his teaching and research. With a Ph.D. from the NYU Institute of Fine Arts, Marrinan's scholarly work includes fellowships at prestigious institutions, such as the J.P. Getty Research Institute and the John Simon Guggenheim Memorial Foundation. His awards include an honorable mention for the David Pinkney Prize for his book, "Painting Politics Louis-Philippe". In addition to his research interests, he is actively involved in professional organizations, including the American Society for Eighteenth-Century Studies and the College Art Association. Marrinan has also participated in various committees within Stanford, guiding searches and contributing to the academic community. His commitment to the study of art and its historical context is reflected in his ongoing contributions as a peer reviewer for multiple scholarly publications.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor Art History

— Present

Stanford University • Stanford, CA

Teaching and researching Art History, focusing on European art from the 17th to 19th centuries.

Professor Courtesy

— Present

Stanford University • Stanford, CA

Contributing to the Department of French & Italian.

Interim Chair

— Present

Department of Art & Art History, Stanford University • Stanford, CA

Oversaw departmental activities and guided faculty.

Associate Professor

— Present

Department of Art & Art History, Stanford University • Stanford, CA

Held a tenured position teaching and conducting research.

Assistant Professor

— Present

Department of Art History & Archaeology, Columbia University • New York, NY

Focused on French art and culture.

Lecturer

— Present

Department of Art History & Archaeology, Columbia University • New York, NY

Lectured on various topics of art history.

Awards

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Senior Fellow

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Senior Fellow

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Honorable Mention

Requirements for Stanford University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:26
Reading
Required:26
Writing
Required:26
Speaking
Required:26
Total
Required:100
GRE General
Verbal
Required:160
Quantitative
Required:165
Analytical Writing
Required:4.5
Overall
Required:4.5
Prerequisites
Bachelor degree from an accredited institution Strong background in mathematics and programming
Application Checklist
  • Statement of Purpose
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • Official transcripts
  • Resume/CV
Specialization Notes

The Computer Science department emphasizes research potential. GRE General is currently optional but recommended for some tracks.