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Edward Casey is a Distinguished Visiting Faculty at Pacifica Extension and holds the rank of Distinguished Professor of Philosophy at the State University of New York, Stony Brook. He served as Chair of the Department of Philosophy at SUNY Stony Brook for ten years and was President of the American Philosophical Association (Eastern Division) from 2009-2010. He delivered the prestigious John Dewey Lecture at the APA in 2015. Casey’s research spans aesthetics, philosophy of space and time, environmental philosophy, and psychoanalytic theory. His work emphasizes the role of place in human experience, notably explored in Getting Back into Place (1993) and The Fate of Place (1997).
Education: Ph.D. in Philosophy from Northwestern University.
Research Interests: Casey’s interdisciplinary approach integrates spatial philosophy with environmental ethics, exploring how human perception and cultural practices shape our understanding of place. His work on cartography and landscape art bridges philosophy with visual studies, addressing topics like geopolitical boundaries and ecological responsibility. Current projects include studies on emotion and 'thinking-in-transit,' examining how mobility influences cognition and identity.
Publications: Casey has authored ten books, including groundbreaking works on environmental philosophy and spatial theory. His collaborative book Up Against the Wall critiques the U.S.-Mexico border wall through environmental and cultural lenses.
Awards: Recognized for leadership in philosophy, Casey’s honors include APA presidency and the John Dewey Lectureship, highlighting his contributions to continental philosophy and applied ethics.
Grants & Advising: While specific grants are not detailed, his extensive academic leadership roles suggest significant research funding. No formal advisee list is provided in available texts.
