About
Brynn Welch is a **Professor of Philosophy** at the University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB), where she also serves as an Equity Advisor for the College of Arts and Sciences. She holds a BA from Davidson College and an MA/PhD from the University of Wisconsin-Madison. Her research focuses on applied ethics, social/political philosophy, and the ethics of children’s literature, particularly addressing representation of marginalized groups. She has taught courses on contemporary moral issues, bioethics, family ethics, and social justice movements. Welch has received notable awards for teaching excellence, including the UAB Dean’s Award and the Outstanding Faculty Award.
**Education**:
- BA in Philosophy, Davidson College
- MA in Philosophy, University of Wisconsin-Madison
- PhD in Philosophy, University of Wisconsin-Madison
**Research Interests**:
Her work examines the intersection of family dynamics with social institutions and advocates for inclusive representation in children’s literature. She has explored topics like multidimensional portrayals of people of color, diverse family structures, and mental/physical ability representation in literature.
**Awards & Service**:
- Outstanding Faculty Award (2016)
- Dean’s Award for Excellence in Teaching (2021)
- Former roles include Equity Advisor and Honors Faculty Fellow at UAB
- Prior service at Emory & Henry College, including advising and diversity initiatives
**Teaching**: She regularly teaches courses on bioethics, social/political philosophy, and family ethics. Her TEDx talk on family ethics is publicly available.
