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Zachary Vereb is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Public Policy Leadership at the University of Mississippi. He holds a PhD in Philosophy from the University of South Florida (2019), where he studied under Martin Schönfeld. His academic work focuses on applying Kantian philosophy to contemporary environmental challenges.
Research Focus: Vereb specializes in Kantian approaches to environmental ethics and climate change, examining both political and ethical dimensions. His work bridges historical philosophy with current crises, exploring:
- Kant's relevance to sustainability and environmental protectionism
- Political philosophy of climate governance and collective action
- Moral psychology in addressing climate paralysis
- Reinterpretations of modern philosophy through ecological lenses
Publication Trends: His 15 most recent works demonstrate consistent focus on Kantian environmental ethics, with evolving attention to climate justice and applied philosophy. Recent publications show increased engagement with popular culture as a vehicle for philosophical discourse. Thematically, works cluster around:
- Re-evaluating historical philosophers for contemporary ecological crises
- Bridging individual moral responsibility with collective climate action
- Exploring narrative and aesthetic dimensions of environmental philosophy
Teaching: At University of Mississippi, Vereb teaches courses including:
- PPL 370: Foundations of Public Policy Leadership
- PPL 212: Critical Thinking, Communication, and Public Policy
- PPL 300: Public Policy and Ethics
- PPL 345: Environmental Ethics
