Allison Murphy

Allison Murphy is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Philosophy at Carleton College in Northfield, Minnesota. Her academic focus lies at the intersection of Normative Ethics and Ancient Greek and Roman Philosophy, with particular expertise in Aristotelian ethics.

Research Interests: Murphy explores ethical frameworks through classical philosophical traditions, emphasizing Aristotle’s analysis of human self-perception and its role in valuing life. Her work bridges ancient philosophy with contemporary moral psychology, interrogating how perceptions of self and others shape ethical judgment.

Publications: Her 2020 paper in History of Philosophy Quarterly examines Aristotle’s arguments about life’s value through a unique lens of self-directed perception, contributing to debates on virtue ethics and moral psychology.

Affiliations: Murphy is actively engaged with academic networks such as PhilPapers and PhilPeople, reflecting her scholarly engagement in professional philosophy communities.