معرفی
Freya Möbus is an Assistant Professor of Philosophy at Loyola University Chicago. Her research focuses on ancient Greek psychologies of human action, particularly Socrates' answers in Plato's early dialogues. She explores how non-rational mental states (emotions, appetites) influence wrongdoing and the epistemic role of pain in moral improvement. Her work bridges ancient philosophy with contemporary ethical and leadership discourse.
Education:
- PhD in Philosophy, Cornell University
- MA and BA in Philosophy, Rheinische Friedrich-Wilhelms-Universität, Bonn
Research Interests: Socratic philosophy, Plato's early psychology, explanations of human action, motivational intellectualism, and applications of ancient thought to modern leadership and ethics.
Publications: Her recent articles analyze Socratic critiques of rhetoric, Plato's methodological divisions, and the role of pain in moral education. She also writes on interdisciplinary leadership skills derived from Socratic methods, emphasizing questioning and beginner's mindset.
Labs/Teams: Engaged with Loyola University's research groups including the History of Philosophy Roundtable and Phenomenology Research Group.
