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Elizabeth Tyler is an Associate Professor in the Department of Philosophy at McDaniel College, where she specializes in East Asian and 20th-century Continental philosophy. Her academic work bridges philosophical psychology, feminist theory, and existentialism, with a strong focus on relational models of the self.
- Ph.D. in Philosophy, University of Oregon (2014)
- B.A. in Philosophy, Seattle University (2006)
Her research explores how cultural, gendered, and philosophical frameworks shape selfhood and trauma. Key interests include Japanese Buddhist philosophy (especially Nishida Kitarō and Shinran), feminist critiques of autonomy, and the application of Buddhist concepts to psychological conditions such as PTSD and schizophrenia. She teaches courses in Asian philosophy, Buddhist thought, existentialism, and the philosophy of love and sex.
Her recent publications reflect an interdisciplinary trajectory, combining insights from phenomenology, ethics, and religious studies. Themes across her work include the fluidity of self, the impact of gender norms on personal agency, and the philosophical implications of trauma and mental illness. She frequently draws from both Eastern and Western traditions to develop nuanced understandings of human experience.
Elizabeth Tyler is actively involved in academic service, serving as the Women's Studies Minor Advisor and faculty advisor for both the Philosophy Club and the Phenomenal Women Club. These roles reflect her commitment to fostering inclusive, critical dialogue among students.
While no formal scientific awards are listed, her publications appear in respected interdisciplinary and philosophical journals such as Janus Head, Comparative and Continental Philosophy, and Women's Studies, as well as in Oxford University Press publications.
She mentors students through thesis supervision and club advising, and her pedagogical approach emphasizes philosophy as a lived practice. There is no indication of part-time status, retirement, or emeritus status; she appears to be a current, full-time faculty member engaged in teaching, research, and service.
