Rob Reich

Rob Reich is a Professor of Political Science and, by courtesy, Professor of Philosophy at Stanford University. He is also the Director of the Center for Ethics in Society, Co-Director of the Center on Philanthropy and Civil Society, and Associate Director of the Institute for Human-Centered Artificial Intelligence. Additionally, he serves as a Nonresident Scholar at Carnegie California.

Education:

• Ph.D. in Political Science, Stanford University
• M.A. in Political Science, Stanford University
• B.A., Yale University

His research spans political theory, ethics in technology, philanthropy, and education. He explores how democratic institutions can ethically engage with emerging technologies and how philanthropy can better serve democratic values. His work integrates insights from social science and engineering to address pressing societal challenges.

Reich's recent publications focus on the intersection of technology and democracy, including critiques of Big Tech and proposals for ethical governance. His earlier work examined the role of education in promoting justice and democratic participation.

Scientific Awards:

• Walter J. Gores Award – Stanford University’s highest teaching honor

Advisory and Leadership Roles:

• Board Member, Boston Review
• Board Member, Giving Tuesday
• Board Member, Spencer Foundation

Reich previously taught sixth grade at Rusk Elementary School in Houston, Texas, before pursuing graduate studies. His work has been featured in major outlets such as the New York Times, Washington Post, The Atlantic, Wired, and the Stanford Social Innovation Review.