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Jennifer Lockhart is an Associate Professor in the Department of Philosophy at Auburn University's College of Liberal Arts. She holds a PhD from the University of Chicago and specializes in contemporary ethics with deep engagement in the history of philosophy.
Education
- PhD, University of Chicago
Jennifer Lockhart's research focuses on contemporary ethics through the lens of historical philosophical traditions. Her work engages with major figures including Plato, Kierkegaard, and Kant. She has published on topics such as moral luck, constitutivism in relation to ethical non-cognitivism, practical necessity, the normative status of sexual monogamy, and moral worth. Recently, she collaborated with a nurse midwife to develop a model for shared decision making in clinical contexts by connecting contemporary midwifery practice with Plato's philosophy. Her current project is a book situating Christian ascetic practices within a virtue ethical framework, engaging with philosophers including Plato, Aristotle, John of the Ladder, Kant, and Nietzsche.
Scientific Awards
- NEH fellowship at Fordham University's Orthodox Christian Studies Center
Jennifer Lockhart maintains regular office hours on Wednesdays from 1:30-2:30 pm via Zoom. Her research bridges historical and contemporary philosophical approaches, demonstrating the continued relevance of classical philosophical thought to modern ethical dilemmas and clinical practice. She has established herself as a scholar who effectively connects philosophical theory with practical applications in healthcare and ethical decision-making contexts.
