George Yancy

George Yancy is the Samuel Candler Dobbs Professor of Philosophy at Emory University's College of Arts and Sciences. He holds a PhD from Duquesne University and has held prestigious visiting positions at institutions like Cornell University and Dartmouth College. His work focuses on critical race theory, whiteness studies, and phenomenology, with over 100 public philosophy pieces in outlets like The New York Times. Awards include the 2024 Public Philosophy Network Leadership Award and multiple CHOICE recognitions.

Education includes a PhD (Duquesne), MAs from NYU and Yale, and a B.A. from the University of Pittsburgh. His research interrogates racial embodiment, white supremacy, and systemic injustice through books like Black Bodies, White Gazes and Backlash. He edits the Philosophy of Race series at Lexington Books and frequently engages in public dialogues via keynotes and interviews.

Key themes in his work include the 'white gaze,' racial vulnerability, and the intersection of philosophy with social justice movements. His writings address contemporary issues like policing, Gaza protests, and the legacy of lynching, blending academic rigor with accessible public discourse.

• Awards: Leadership Award (PPN 2024), Distinguished Montgomery Fellow (2019)
• Key Publications: 15+ authored/edited books, including Until Our Lungs Give Out (2023)
• Grants: Bill and Carol Fox Senior Fellowship (2021-2022), Wimmer Foundation Grant (2006)

Yancy's interdisciplinary approach bridges philosophy with activism, making him a leading voice in public intellectualism. He advises through mentorship and curates spaces for marginalized voices in academia.