Joshua Mugg

Dr. Joshua Mugg serves as an Associate Professor of Philosophy at Park University, with his office located in Copley Thaw 319. He can be contacted via email at jmugg@park.edu or by telephone at (816) 584-6217.

His educational background includes undergraduate studies at Missouri Baptist University, where he earned dual bachelor's degrees in History (BS) and Religion (BA). He advanced his academic training at York University, completing both a Master of Arts and Doctor of Philosophy in Philosophy.

Dr. Mugg's research spans three core domains: Philosophy of Mind, Philosophy of Psychology, and Philosophy of Religion. His work critically examines the cognitive architecture underlying religious belief, the epistemological status of faith, and the interplay between doubt and doxastic commitment. He consistently challenges dual-process theories of cognition, advocating for unified models of human reasoning that integrate affective and cognitive dimensions.

Analysis of his 15 most recent publications (2013-2025) reveals a sustained critique of dual-process theory across multiple contexts, from religious credence to moral dilemmas. His scholarship demonstrates increasing interdisciplinary engagement with cognitive science, particularly in exploring how religious concepts interface with cognitive biases and modal reasoning. Key thematic threads include the mind-body problem in theological frameworks and the epistemological foundations of religious doubt.

No scientific awards are documented in the provided materials.

While his publications indicate active research leadership, no formal student advisees, major grants, or dedicated research teams are mentioned in the available information. His work appears to be conducted independently within Park University's Department of Philosophy.