Philosophy Faculty Research Interests and Areas of Specialization
UWM’s designation as an R1 institution indicates robust research activity, and the Philosophy Department fills a critical role in humanities research at UWM. Our faculty have a broad range of research areas. Prospective graduate students should browse the faculty pages to identify a good fit between our research areas and their interests.
UWM prides itself on our undergraduate research programs. As early as freshman year, students can build their resume through hands-on research experience. Prospective and current undergraduate students can reach out directly to faculty to inquire about research opportunities in their area or work through the Office of Undergraduate Research.
Hume’s Epistemology and Metaphysics, Early Modern Philosophy, Contemporary Philosophy
Kant, Nineteenth Century German Philosophy
Ethics, Social & Political Philosophy, Meta-Ethics & Practical Reasons
Contemporary Political Philosophy
- Associate Professor, Philosophy
- Director of Graduate Studies, Philosophy
Kant (theoretical and practical philosophy), Moral Philosophy, History of Modern Philosophy, German Idealism
Philosophy of Science
Metaphysics, Philosophy of Language