Scott L. Pratt

Scott L. Pratt is Professor and Department Head of Philosophy at the University of Oregon. His work spans American philosophy, logic, and Indigenous thought, with a focus on decolonial methodologies and educational philosophy. As co-director of the Central European Pragmatist Forum and PLURILOG research project, he bridges interdisciplinary studies of logic and cultural plurality.

• Beloit College (BA)
• University of Minnesota (PhD)

His research examines how logic shaped colonization and informs anti-colonial efforts, as seen in his forthcoming book Against Critical Reason. Articles highlight intersections of pragmatism, Indigenous agency, and critiques of Eurocentric epistemologies. Academic leadership includes past roles as Vice Provost and Dean of the Graduate School.

Scientific Awards:

• 2024 Joseph L. Blau Prize
• 2022 Inter-American Philosophy Prize

Pratt teaches courses on American philosophy, Native American philosophy, and advanced logic. He co-founded the Josiah Royce Society and served as President of the Society for the Advancement of American Philosophy, contributing to faculty union organizing at the University of Oregon.