Dr. Leah Comeau is an Associate Professor of Religious Studies and Director of the Nealis Program in Asian Studies. She received her Ph.D. in Religious Studies from University of Pennsylvania, M.A. in Religious Studies from University of Pennsylvania, Master of Divinity from Duke Divinity School, and B.A. with honors in Religious Studies from Syracuse University. She also holds a Graduate Certificate of Feminist Studies from Duke University and a Graduate Certificate in Women, Gender and Sexuality Studies from University of Pennsylvania.
Dr. Comeau’s research and teaching focus on South Asian religions, Tamil poetry, and material culture. Her recent publications explore flower markets, temple walls, children’s lullabies, and a South Indian beach festival.
