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Todd Furman serves as Professor of Philosophy in the Department of Social Sciences at McNeese State University's College of Liberal Arts, with office location in Kaufman 210-B. He is actively engaged in teaching and clinical practice, contactable via tfurman@mcneese.edu or 337-475-5161.
His academic credentials include:
- B.A. in Philosophy from California State University at Chico, specializing in French existentialism, epistemology, and David Hume
- Ph.D. in Philosophy from University of California at Santa Barbara (1992) with dissertation on Gettier-proof analysis of knowledge
- M.A. in Psychology from McNeese State University (2020) emphasizing Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA)
Professor Furman's research integrates traditional philosophical inquiry with contemporary psychological practice. His primary scholarship focuses on epistemological frameworks, Humean skepticism, and existentialist thought, while his 2020 psychology degree reflects a significant expansion into clinical applications. This dual expertise manifests in his examination of cognitive structures through both philosophical and behavioral lenses, particularly regarding knowledge validation and therapeutic interventions for neurodiverse populations.
He teaches foundational courses including Introduction to Philosophy, Critical Thinking, Philosophy of Religion, Philosophy in Film, and Epistemology. Beyond academia, he maintains Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) certification and provides part-time clinical services for children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and their families, demonstrating applied commitment to his psychological training.
