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Karen Hoffman serves as Professor of Philosophy and Department Chair at Hood College, concurrently holding the position of Program Director for the Master of Arts in the Humanities. She co-directed the institution's Honors Program for nine years and maintains active teaching responsibilities across undergraduate and graduate curricula.
Her educational background includes:
- Ph.D. from Saint Louis University
- M.A. in Philosophy from Baylor University
- B.A. in Philosophy from Hendrix College
Hoffman's research centers on ethical frameworks and existentialist thought, with significant contributions to philosophy of film examining cinematic expression of philosophical concepts and moral inquiry. Her scholarly work analyzes the nature of evil, complexities of forgiveness, and gender studies through feminist philosophical lenses. Teaching portfolio encompasses Philosophy through Film, Philosophical Issues in Feminism, Logic, Ethics, Vice and Virtue, and historical surveys of philosophical traditions, emphasizing philosophy's role in developing critical questioning within liberal arts education.
