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Art History -- Prof. Handy
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PROFESSOR SARAH COHN
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September 11, 2024
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Professor Sarah Cohn
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ccny.libcal.com/appointments/scohn
Reference Desk: Cohen Library
Monday-Thursday 10am-7pm
Friday 10am-2pm
Undergrad Art History Fall 2024
By Sarah Cohn
Undergrad Art History Fall 2024
Ellen Handy Research in Art History Graduate
