Amy Sowder Koch, Ph.D.

Honors College Associate Dean, Professor of Art History

Name

Contact Info

Phone:
410-704-4677
Office:
7800 York Road
Room 134F
Email:
akoch@towson.edu
Hours:
By appointment or by hours published on office door

Education

PhD Art History; dissertation: “Greek Bronze Hydriai”, Emory University, Atlanta, GA

MA Art History; thesis: "The Decorated Ceiling of the Ionic Porch, Sanctuary of the Great Gods, Samothrace”, Emory University, Atlanta, GA

BA Art History, History, University of Tennessee, Knoxville, TN

Areas of Expertise

Art History (Art and Archaeology of the Ancient Mediterranean)

Biography

Dr. Amy Sowder Koch is a scholar of ancient Greek art, particularly specializing in bronze vases and architectural sculpture. She teaches a wide range of classes focusing on the art, architecture, and archaeology of the ancient Mediterranean world. 

Courses Taught

  • ARTH 221 & 222 Survey of Western Art I & II
  • ARTH 306 Art & Architecture of the Classical World
  • ARTH 391 Research Methods in Art History
  • ARTH 498 Internship in Art History
  • ARTH 303 Myths and Legends in Greek Art
  • ARTH 341 Women in Ancient Art
  • ARTH 494 Study Abroad: The Art and Culture of Rome