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David Kaufman, Ph.D., is a distinguished faculty member in the Department of Classics and Philosophy at Transylvania University. With academic roots at Princeton University (Ph.D. in Classics, 2013; M.A. in Classics, 2011) and prior degrees from The New School for Social Research (M.A. in Philosophy, 2005) and Brandeis University (A.B. in Philosophy and European Cultural Studies, 2003), he specializes in ancient philosophy, Greek and Roman literature, and ancient medicine.
- Education:
- Ph.D., Princeton University, Classics, 2013
- M.A., Princeton University, Classics, 2011
- M.A., New School for Social Research, Philosophy, 2005
- A.B., Brandeis University, Philosophy and European Cultural Studies, 2003
Kaufman’s research explores how ancient texts challenge modern moral frameworks, emphasizing the importance of critical engagement with 2500-year-old ideas. His publications focus on the therapeutic applications of Stoic philosophy, medical ethics in antiquity, and rhetorical strategies in Greek tragedies.
While his work spans disciplines like ethics, literary analysis, and medical theory, his most recent articles examine emotional therapy in Seneca and Galen, as well as the concept of kairos in Sophocles’ Electra. These studies reflect his broader interest in how classical thought informs contemporary debates on morality, time, and human experience.
Scientific Awards:
- Bingham Research Fellowship, Transylvania University, 2013–15
- Thomas F. Curley III Memorial Fund Fellowship, Princeton University, 2011–12
- Stanley Seeger Research Grant for Travel in Greece, Princeton University, 2011
- P.E. More Fellowship, Princeton University, 2007–12
Kaufman emphasizes collaborative learning, encouraging students to grapple with ancient texts and apply their insights to modern life. His courses include Introduction to Philosophy, Ancient Greek and Roman Philosophy, and Ancient Medicine, fostering a liberally educated perspective through historical and textual analysis.
