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Mike King serves as a Lecturer in Philosophy at Western Colorado University, affiliated with the Behavioral & Social Sciences Department. He teaches in Philosophy, Ethics and Critical Thinking, and is connected to the Creative Writing program through English department coursework.
His educational background includes a BA in Philosophy from University of Colorado (1993), JD from University of Oregon (1996), and MFA from Regis University (2021). These diverse credentials inform his interdisciplinary teaching approach that bridges philosophy, law, and creative expression.
King's teaching philosophy centers on 'inciting confidence through capability and fostering students as they gain empowerment as people and citizens through education.' He particularly values student transformation, noting how 'once-shy students give inspirational speeches' and 'silent students find a voice.' His courses in Ethics and Critical Thinking appear designed to develop both intellectual rigor and personal agency.
Prior to academia, King built a multifaceted career as an entrepreneur (including founding an award-winning brewery), social justice advocate, mediator, and trial attorney. His experiences living in rural Alaska and establishing a progressive law firm provide rich contextual material for his philosophical discussions. He brings these real-world perspectives into the classroom, connecting theoretical concepts to practical applications.
King specifically chose Western Colorado University because he and his wife sought a community like 'Boulder used to be'—described as 'outdoorsy, progressive, educated, with preservation of the Colorado spirit.' He considers the Gunnison Valley and Western Colorado University an ideal academic home, stating he 'simply wouldn't trade living here for any other place.'
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