Erik A. Anderson

Erik A. Anderson is a Professor of Philosophy and Department Chair at Furman University. He holds a PhD and MA from the University of Connecticut and a BA from the University of Puget Sound.

Education

• PhD, University of Connecticut
• MA, University of Connecticut
• BA, University of Puget Sound

Research Interests

• Ethics
• Sexual Ethics
• Political Philosophy
• Philosophy of Law

Publications focus on ethical frameworks, legal interpretations, and political challenges, including critical analyses of contemporary philosophical debates on religion, secularism, and gender theory.

Teaching Philosophy emphasizes Socratic dialogue and collaborative inquiry, positioning students and the instructor as co-investigators in exploring foundational questions.