AM Verbrugge

Dr. AM Verbrugge is an Associate Professor in the Department of Philosophy of Culture, Politics and Organization at Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam. He specializes in Social and Cultural Philosophy, Philosophy of the Economy, and Ethics. He co-founded the master's program in Philosophy of Culture and Governance, and leads several organizations including Beter Onderwijs Nederland, Centrum Èthos, and De Nieuwe Wereld TV. Key publications include Tijd van Onbehagen (2004) and Het Goede Leven en de Vrije Markt (2018, co-authored), which won the Socrates Wisselbeker award.

• Education: Unspecified, though his Dutch academic career suggests doctoral training in Philosophy

Research focuses on cultural critiques of modernity, ethical governance structures, and societal impacts of economic systems. Media engagements include TV appearances on Buitenhof and Zomergasten, emphasizing academic freedom and education reform.

• Awards: Knight of the Order of Orange-Nassau (2016), VU Teaching Award (2008)

Advises students on cultural governance themes and actively participates in public lectures on ethics in crises, such as his 2020 pandemic governance analysis. Maintains ancillary roles in educational and cultural institutions since 2006.