Rex W. Mixon, Jr.

Rex W. Mixon, Jr. is an Adjunct Professor of Business Ethics at the Leonard N. Stern School of Business, New York University, and also serves as an Adjunct Professor of Philosophy at St. Francis College. He teaches courses such as Law, Business and Society; Professional Responsibility and Leadership; and various philosophy courses including Moral Philosophy and Utilitarianism.

Education:

• B.A., Davidson College
• M.A. in Philosophy, University of Texas (focus on ethics and Bentham's moral theory)
• M.B.A. with distinction, Cornell University Johnson Graduate School of Management
• J.D., Cornell University School of Law

His research focuses on the philosophical foundations of utility, justice, and moral duty, particularly in the works of Jeremy Bentham, Epicurus, and Adam Smith. He integrates classical ethical theories with modern applications in business, law, and society. His work also explores the relevance of ancient economies to today’s global economic systems and applies New Institutional Economics (Douglass North) to business-society dynamics.

His recent scholarly output shows a consistent engagement with Benthamite thought, the evolution of utilitarian ethics, and their implications for legal and financial regulation. These works span philosophy, law, and economics, reflecting his interdisciplinary approach.

Scientific Awards:

• No awards listed in the provided text.

Professor Mixon has extensive professional experience as a Vice President and Department Head in the Enforcement Division of the New York Stock Exchange, where he managed 30 attorneys investigating securities violations. This experience enriches his teaching and research in professional responsibility and regulatory ethics. He does not appear to supervise formal graduate students, but his teaching impacts numerous undergraduate learners in both business and philosophy programs. He has not received mention of research grants in the text, but his active presentation record at international conferences suggests ongoing scholarly engagement.

There is no mention of specific labs or research teams; however, his affiliations with NYU Stern’s Business and Society Program and St. Francis College’s Philosophy Department indicate collaborative academic environments.