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Pamela Karimi is an Associate Professor and Associate Dean at Cornell University’s College of Architecture, Art, and Planning (AAP), specializing in architectural history and theory. With a Ph.D. from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) in History, Theory & Criticism of Art and Architecture, she brings extensive academic experience from previous positions at institutions such as the University of Massachusetts, Dartmouth, Brandeis University, New York University, and Wellesley College. Her research navigates the intersections of architecture, art, and environmental studies, focusing on socio-political dynamics in various contexts from the Middle East to North America. Her monograph, "Alternative Iran: Contemporary Art and Critical Spatial Practice," published by Stanford University Press, provides an in-depth exploration of how Iranian artists and architects engage with restrictive state regulations. Karimi’s work addresses global urgent socio-political and environmental challenges through a multidisciplinary lens. She has received numerous accolades for her research and teaching, including the Sharmin Bijan Mossavar-Rahmani Book Award. Currently, she is involved in a collaborative project on Asian art's interpretation over the past 2500 years, reflecting her commitment to fostering cross-cultural understanding and bridging academic research with real-world issues.
Department of Architecture