Philip Swenson

Philip Swenson is an associate professor at the College of William & Mary, specializing in ethics, metaphysics, agency, and philosophy of religion. His work delves into complex philosophical questions surrounding moral responsibility, free will, and the intersection of philosophy and theology.

Education:

• PhD in Philosophy, University of California-Riverside
• Previous affiliations: University of Notre Dame, Rutgers University

His research interests span several key areas within philosophy. In ethics, he focuses on moral luck and responsibility, exploring how luck affects moral evaluation. In metaphysics, his work examines the nature of agency and the conditions for moral responsibility. His philosophy of religion research investigates the relationship between divine attributes and human moral knowledge, including arguments for and against the existence of God based on moral considerations.

Swenson's publications demonstrate a consistent focus on the intersection of free will and moral responsibility, with particular attention to how these concepts operate within theological frameworks. His work on Frankfurt cases and compatibilism contributes to ongoing debates about determinism and human freedom.

Contact: pjswenson@wm.edu