Rita C Manning

Rita C Manning is a Professor of Philosophy at San José State University (SJSU) and serves as the Prelaw Advisor. She holds a Doctor of Philosophy from the University of California, Riverside (1982). Her expertise spans applied ethics, with a focus on medical ethics, business ethics, moral philosophy, and justice. She teaches courses such as Medical Ethics (Philosophy 111), Business and Integrity (Philosophy 186), and Ethics Bowl, emphasizing ethical reasoning, leadership, and professional codes.

Her research and teaching explore topics like utilitarianism, rights, care ethics, global economy ethics, and workplace compliance. She integrates legal and moral frameworks into her curriculum, including discussions on healthcare reform, organ transplantation ethics, and workplace safety.

Manning’s office hours are MW 12-1:15 PM, and she maintains a departmental webpage with resources on ethics, prelaw advising, and course materials. No specific scholarly awards or publications are listed in the provided texts.