Academic Membership and Fellowship History
A distinguished academic community is defined by its leadership and the rotating presence of scholars who contribute to its intellectual growth. This organization is guided by a dedicated directorial team and an advisory board of renowned experts, while hosting a diverse array of fellows across multiple academic terms.
Key Facts
- Directors: Led by Lorenz Engell and Bernhard Siegert.
- Advisory Board: Comprised of six prominent scholars providing strategic guidance.
- Fellowship Structure: Organized by summer and winter terms.
- Timeline: Documented fellowship activity spanning from Summer 2008 to Summer 2011.
Leadership and Governance
The institutional direction is managed by the Directors, Lorenz Engell and Bernhard Siegert. To ensure academic rigor and strategic alignment, the organization maintains an Advisory Board—a group of senior experts who provide high-level oversight and consultation.
The Advisory Board includes the following members: Jacques Aumon, Raymond Bellour, Hans Belting, Régis Debray, John Durham Peters, and Hans Ulrich Gumbrecht.
Fellowship History
Fellows are scholars appointed for specific terms to conduct research and collaborate within the institution. The fellowship program has seen a rotating cast of international academics since 2008.
Recent Terms (2010–2011)
The Summer term of 2011 welcomed a diverse group including Mario Carpo, Søren Frank, Linda Dalrymple Henderson, Brian Larkin, Catherine Bertho Lavenir, Anna McCarthy, Wolfgang Pircher, Joseph Vogl, and Samuel Weber.
During the Winter term of 2010/2011, the community included Eric Alliez, Dominique Blüher, Bruce Clarke, Michael Diers, Thomas Hauschild, Erich Hörl, Gertrud Koch, Bettine Menke, Irit Rogoff, Martin Schulz, and Herta Wolf.
The Summer term of 2010 featured Eric Alliez, Christoph Asendorf, Hartmut Böhme, Linda Dalrymple Henderson, Tom Gunning, Erich Hörl, Jürgen Müller, Patricia Pisters, Hans-Jörg Rheinberger, David N. Rodowick, and Nikolaus Wegmann.
Foundational Terms (2008–2010)
In the Winter term of 2009/2010, the fellowship included Christoph Asendorf, Jacques Aumont, Jiří Bystřický, Hartmut Böhme, Peter Geimer, Eva Geulen, Joachim Krausse, Dieter Mersch, Jürgen Müller, Patricia Pisters, and Manfred Schneider.
The Summer term of 2009 saw the participation of Wolfgang Beilenhoff, Georges Didi-Huberman, Richard Dyer, Josef Früchtl, Frank Kessler, Joachim Krausse, Almira Ousmanova, and Manfred Schneider.
Earlier terms include the Winter term of 2008/2009, featuring Wolfgang Beilenhoff, Marta Braun, Georges Didi-Huberman, Thomas Macho, Claus Pias, Erhard Schüttpelz, and Ludger Schwarte, as well as the Summer term of 2008, which included Wolfgang Beilenhoff and Thomas Macho.
Fellowship Summary Table
| Academic Term | Notable Fellows |
|---|---|
| Summer 2011 | Mario Carpo, Søren Frank, Linda Dalrymple Henderson, et al. |
| Winter 2010/2011 | Eric Alliez, Dominique Blüher, Bruce Clarke, et al. |
| Summer 2010 | Eric Alliez, Christoph Asendorf, Hartmut Böhme, et al. |
| Winter 2009/2010 | Christoph Asendorf, Jacques Aumont, Jiří Bystřický, et al. |
| Summer 2009 | Wolfgang Beilenhoff, Georges Didi-Huberman, Richard Dyer, et al. |
| Winter 2008/2009 | Wolfgang Beilenhoff, Marta Braun, Georges Didi-Huberman, et al. |
| Summer 2008 | Wolfgang Beilenhoff, Thomas Macho |
Frequently Asked Questions
Who are the directors of the organization?
The directors are Lorenz Engell and Bernhard Siegert.
Who serves on the advisory board?
The advisory board consists of Jacques Aumon, Raymond Bellour, Hans Belting, Régis Debray, John Durham Peters, and Hans Ulrich Gumbrecht.
How are the fellowships organized?
Fellowships are organized by academic terms, specifically divided into Summer and Winter terms.
Which fellows participated in the earliest recorded term?
In the Summer term of 2008, the fellows were Wolfgang Beilenhoff and Thomas Macho.
Are there scholars who served in multiple terms?
Yes, several scholars appear in multiple terms, such as Wolfgang Beilenhoff, Eric Alliez, and Linda Dalrymple Henderson.