I am a member of West Point’s Department of English and Philosophy faculty, and I currently teach and direct the Academy’s core introduction to philosophy course. The course focuses on critical thinking, ethical theory, and the ethics of war; however, we also address other areas of philosophy. Approximately 1200 cadets complete the course each academic year. I also teach philosophy electives and advise cadets who major in our Art, Philosophy, and Literature program.
My service to the institution includes participating in and leading departmental and institutional efforts related to faculty development, assessment of student learning, and acc…
I am a member of West Point’s Department of English and Philosophy faculty, and I currently teach and direct the Academy’s core introduction to philosophy course. The course focuses on critical thinking, ethical theory, and the ethics of war; however, we also address other areas of philosophy. Approximately 1200 cadets complete the course each academic year. I also teach philosophy electives and advise cadets who major in our Art, Philosophy, and Literature program.
My service to the institution includes participating in and leading departmental and institutional efforts related to faculty development, assessment of student learning, and accreditation. It is an exciting time to work in these areas as we have recently developed and assessed new institutional learning outcomes, revised our academic goals, reorganized our structure for assessing student learning, and started work on our mid-term report to our accreditor. I work with cadets outside of the classroom as a faculty representative for the Army Women’s Soccer Team and as a mentor for West Point’s Honor and Respect Programs.
I also serve as a Teagle Assessment Scholar, which has allowed me to collaborate and exchange ideas with colleagues from other colleges and universities, and I am about to begin my first assignment as a peer reviewer for the Middle States Commission on Higher Education.
My research interests include: ethical theory, military ethics (especially the use of nonlethal and autonomous weapons), character development, political philosophy, assessment of student learning, and enhancing the quality of undergraduate education. I am an advocate for the liberal arts, especially the humanities, because I have seen how they inspire students and improve their intellect.