Sarah Buss

Sarah Buss is a Professor in the Department of Philosophy at the University of Michigan, Ann Arbor. She holds a Ph.D. and B.A. in Philosophy from Yale University (1989 and 1981, respectively). As of 2020–2021, she was on leave during Fall 2020 and Winter 2021.

Education:

• 1989: Ph.D. in Philosophy, Yale University
• 1981: B.A. in Philosophy, Yale University

Research Interests: Professor Buss focuses on intersections of metaphysics and ethics, including autonomy, moral responsibility, practical rationality, and respect for persons. Her work explores topics such as weakness of will, moral obligations to the needy, the rationality of self-concern, intentional action and evaluative commitments, blame and childhood deprivation, the moral significance of etiquette, and the metaphysical implications of illness. Current projects address principles of practical rationality, reasons for action, the will's role in action, and moral implications of human capacities.

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