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Robert Wallace serves as an Assistant Professor in the Philosophy Department at California Polytechnic State University (Cal Poly), where he contributes significantly to both teaching and research in theoretical philosophy. His academic profile demonstrates expertise across multiple philosophical domains with particular emphasis on foundational questions of human agency and moral reasoning.
His educational background reflects rigorous training in philosophical methodology:
- Ph.D. in Philosophy from The University of Arizona (2020)
- Master's in Philosophy from The University of Arizona (2016)
- Bachelor's in Philosophy from Kenyon College (2012)
Wallace's research program investigates the philosophical architecture of human agency through multiple interconnected lenses. His work on compatibilism challenges traditional frameworks by examining agency through non-ideal theoretical approaches, while his investigations into agentive modality explore the linguistic structures that shape our understanding of human action. His scholarship bridges abstract metaphysical inquiry with concrete ethical implications, particularly regarding gratitude, accountability, and moral psychology. This integrative approach positions his work at the intersection of analytic philosophy, cognitive science, and normative ethics.
His publication pattern reveals consistent scholarly productivity with multiple high-impact articles appearing in top philosophy journals since 2022. Wallace demonstrates strong collaborative tendencies, as evidenced by co-authored publications, while maintaining an independent research trajectory focused on fundamental questions of agency. His work spans theoretical metaphysics, ethical theory, and philosophy of language, creating a cohesive research program centered on how humans understand and enact agency.
Wallace actively participates in the philosophical community through memberships in the American Philosophical Association, Society for the Philosophy of Agency, and Society for Philosophy and Psychology. His teaching portfolio includes advanced courses such as Philosophy of Mind, Metaphysics, and Philosophy of Religion, alongside foundational courses in philosophical classics. He presents regularly at major philosophy conferences including the Northwest Philosophy Conference and the International Society for Social Ontology Conference, demonstrating ongoing engagement with contemporary philosophical discourse.
