Matthew Siebert

Dr. Matthew Siebert is an Associate Professor in the Philosophy Department at Belmont Abbey College. He plays a pivotal role in revitalizing the Philosophy program, collaborating with the Charlotte Diocese seminary. His teaching emphasizes interactive philosophical discourse, with students praising his clarity and humor. He holds a B.A. from the University of Winnipeg, M.Phil. from the University of Oxford, and a Ph.D. from the University of Toronto.

His research focuses on knowing through trust, medieval philosophy (especially Augustine and Aquinas), and political theory. He teaches courses ranging from Philosophy of Science to Political Economy, and has been recognized with the Teaching Excellence Recognition in Belmont.

His publications include seminal works on Aquinas’ epistemology and Augustine’s theories of knowledge, alongside presentations at venues like the American Catholic Philosophical Association. His work bridges ancient, medieval, and contemporary philosophical debates, particularly in epistemology and ethics.