Nicholas Buccola

Nicholas Buccola is a Professor of Government at an unspecified university, specializing in Political Philosophy, American Political Thought, African American Political Thought, and Politics & Film. He holds the Dr. Jules L. Whitehill Professorship of Humanism and Ethics and has received multiple awards for his work.

• Education: Ph.D. and M.A. in Political Science from the University of Southern California, and a B.A. in Philosophy and B.S. in Political Science from Santa Clara University.

His research focuses on the intersection of race, ethics, and political theory, with notable publications analyzing debates around racial justice in American history. His work includes examining the role of film in political discourse and the philosophical foundations of liberal democracy.

Scientific Awards:

• Oregon Book Award for The Fire Is Upon Us
• Finalist for Phi Beta Kappa's Ralph Waldo Emerson Award
• Finalist for the Stone Book Award
• Finalist for the Benjamin Hooks National Book Award
• National Endowment of the Humanities Enduring Questions Award

Contact: Available by appointment with office hours listed as Monday 1:30-3:00pm and Tuesday 2:15-3:45pm, located in Kravis 222.