Medieval & Renaissance Studies
and Urban History
New College of Florida
Carrie E. Beneš,
PhD, FAAR
Medieval & Renaissance History
and Urban Studies
New College of Florida
I'm a scholar of premodern Italy and the Mediterranean, focusing on the classical tradition, the cultural history of landscape and identity, and mapping/geospatial analysis. I enjoy collaborative work and student advising, when it allows me to incorporate students into my research program.
I have 20 years of experience in curriculum and program development, from undergraduate courses and faculty development to cross-campus curricular initiatives, including accreditation, assessment, and microcredentialing.
I've taught a wide variety of courses in history and premodern studies from the ancient world to the Thirty Year's War, in a variety of modes from individual and small-group tutorials and large lecture classes to hands-on practicums and experiential site visits.
Management
I'm a pragmatic problem solver skilled at gathering stakeholder input and creating plans that achieve collective buy-in. I'm known for attention to detail even while maintaining a broad perspective, and I enjoy fostering growth and helping others navigate challenges.
Major Publications
Forthcoming in Spring 2025!
Gregorio Dati's
La Sfera / The Globe
Cosmology, Science, and Geography in the Fifteenth-Century Mediterranean
An annotated critical text and English translation with extensive illustrations from the rich manuscript tradition, coming in Spring 2025 from Italica Press!
