Robin Zebrowski

Robin Zebrowski is a Professor and Chair of Cognitive Science at Beloit College, with joint appointments in Philosophy, Psychology, and Computer Science. She leads Beloit’s Cognitive Science program and teaches courses like Cyborg Brains and Hybrid Minds, emphasizing interdisciplinary approaches to embodiment and extended cognition. Her research focuses on 4E cognition (embodied, embedded, extended, enactive), AI ethics, and machine consciousness, often exploring how technology interfaces with human bodies and minds. She co-authored Great Philosophical Objections to Artificial Intelligence, which won the 2022 CHOICE Award. Zebrowski frequently speaks at conferences like IACAP and Robophilosophy, addressing topics like AI warfare and ethical AI design. She integrates hands-on learning via campus resources like the Logan Museum, offering students immersive experiences with technologies like atlatls and robotic prosthetics. Her work bridges philosophy, robotics, and neurotechnology, challenging assumptions about human-machine boundaries.

Recent outreach includes media appearances on WPR and WORT discussing AI ethics and author lawsuits against OpenAI. She advocates for inclusive pedagogy, requiring students to engage with diverse materials across disciplines, including scientific articles and literary works like Ted Chiang’s short stories. Her courses emphasize critical thinking about identity, embodiment, and technology’s societal impact, supported by active learning strategies and museum collaborations.