Research Interests:
- Early Modern History
- History of Philosophy
- History and Philosophy of Science
- Perception
- Cognitive Science
Education:
Ph.D. Philosophy, University of California, Santa Barbara, 2026 (will defend in early 2026)
M.A. Philosophy, University of Minnesota, Twin Cities, 2011
B.S. Philosophy (Honors), Portland State University, 2007
Research:
Dissertation: A New Interpretation of Locke’s Theory of Abstraction
Dissertation Committee: Thomas Holden (Chair), Voula Tsouna, E. Sonny Elizondo
My research focuses on Locke’s theory of abstraction and Berkeley’s and Hume’s critiques of abstractionism. In my dissertation, I present a new interpretation of Locke’s theory of abstraction and defense of abstractionism against Berkeley’s and Hume’s critiques. My future research will inquire into how early modern theories of concept empiricism relate to accounts of concepts in contemporary cognitive science.
Awards:
Excellence in Teaching Award, University of California, Santa Barbara, 2024