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Samuel Shpall is an Associate Professor in the Department of Philosophy at the University of Sydney. He holds a BA from New York University and a PhD from the University of Southern California. His research focuses on the philosophy of love, moral psychology, feminist philosophy, and the intersection of incarceration and education. He has collaborated with Corrective Services NSW on prison-based philosophy programs since 2022 and authored a monthly ABC column (Thinking in fragments) in 2022.
Education:
- BA, New York University
- PhD, University of Southern California
Research Interests: Dr. Shpall explores topics such as romantic love’s ethical implications, the moral psychology of gender, and the role of literature/film in philosophical inquiry. His work often bridges theoretical philosophy with applied ethics, particularly in criminal justice and education reform.
Grants & Collaborations:
- 2023 FASS External Engagement Fund ($25,000) for prison education initiatives
- 2018 Pettigrove Grant for Love, Literature, and Moral Psychology
Awards:
- 2021 PROSE Award in Literature for contributions to The Ferrante Letters
Advising & Teaching: Current students include Kai WANG (aesthetic properties) and Rui ZOU (art definitions). Shpall teaches ethics, moral philosophy, and the philosophy of literature, blending academic rigor with public engagement through media appearances and prison outreach.
