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Michael Watkins is a Professor and Department Chair in the Department of Philosophy at Auburn University. He holds adjunct and visiting appointments at Dalhousie University (Canada), the University of Rijeka (Croatia), and Cornell University. With a PhD from The Ohio State University, he has taught at Auburn for 20 years and served as a past Lanier Professor.
- Education: PhD, The Ohio State University
His research focuses on metaphysics, philosophy of mind, aesthetics, and ethics, with a special emphasis on color perception and objectivity. He co-authored a notable book on color theory, featured in The Washington Post and The Conversation, exploring the philosophical and scientific dimensions of color perception.
Watkins’ work bridges abstract metaphysical questions with empirical studies of perception, arguing for the objective reality of color despite subjective variations in human experience. His contributions to color philosophy have sparked interdisciplinary dialogue between philosophy, psychology, and physics.
- Awards: Lanier Professor (past appointment)
He maintains active collaborations through adjunct roles and has advised numerous interdisciplinary projects. His office hours are by appointment at 6082 Haley Center.
