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Dr. Mark K. Spencer is a Professor of Philosophy at the University of St. Thomas, where he contributes to the College of Arts and Sciences. His academic background includes a PhD in Philosophy from the University at Buffalo, an MA in Philosophy from Franciscan University of Steubenville, and a BA in Philosophy and Theology from the same institution. Spencer's research focuses on aesthetics, ancient and medieval philosophy, scholastic traditions, metaphysics, and philosophical theology. He has published extensively on topics such as divine simplicity, Thomistic metaphysics, and the interplay between beauty and theology. His work often bridges classical philosophical systems with contemporary theological discourse, emphasizing Catholic intellectual traditions. Awards include the ACPA Young Scholar Award (2014) for his paper on Thomistic hylomorphism. Spencer currently teaches courses on natural philosophy, metaphysics, and the philosophy of the human person.
His educational journey includes advanced studies in philosophy and theology, with a strong emphasis on integrating medieval thought into modern philosophical frameworks. Spencer's research interests span from analyzing the metaphysical foundations of beauty to exploring the nature of the human soul and its relationship to divine causality. His publications frequently engage with thinkers like Aquinas, von Hildebrand, and contemporary philosophers, synthesizing their ideas into coherent theological and metaphysical frameworks.
Spencer’s recent work includes exploring the implications of quantum randomness for classical theism and re-examining hylomorphic theories of death. He collaborates with scholars like Tim Pawl on topics such as Christologically inspired hylomorphism. His contributions to the field are marked by rigorous engagement with both historical and contemporary debates, particularly in the areas of personalism, scholastic metaphysics, and the philosophy of religion.
