Michaele L. Ferguson

Michaele L. Ferguson is Associate Professor of Political Science and a President’s Teaching Scholar at the University of Colorado at Boulder. She is affiliated with the Department of Political Science in the College of Arts and Sciences, where she contributes to research and teaching in political theory. Her work bridges feminist theory, democratic theory, and philosophy of language.

Her research interests include feminist theory, democratic theory, political epistemology, philosophy of language, and the politics of difference. She critically examines how gender, power, and discourse shape democratic practices and political imagination. Her scholarship often engages with the legacy of Iris Marion Young, exploring themes of justice, citation, and inclusive political participation.

The recent publications of Michaele Ferguson reflect a deep engagement with contemporary feminist debates and democratic theory. Her articles explore the #MeToo movement as a form of consciousness-raising, critique political dogma, and use satire to interrogate power structures. Collectively, her work emphasizes the importance of imaginative and inclusive political discourse, especially in feminist and democratic contexts.

Scientific Awards:

• President’s Teaching Scholar, University of Colorado at Boulder

Michaele Ferguson is actively involved in academic service and pedagogical innovation. She serves as Co-President of the Association for Political Theory and Consulting Editor for Contemporary Political Theory. She is also the Special Envoy for the Reacting Consortium, where she develops a role-playing game on the Paris Commune, reflecting her commitment to experiential learning. While no formal advising roles are listed, her leadership in teaching and curriculum development underscores her mentorship impact.

She is currently finishing a book titled Bandita: Iris Marion Young and the Politics of Writing, Reading, and Citation, which further explores feminist political theory, intellectual genealogy, and the ethics of scholarly engagement.