Jared Thomas Peterson serves as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Philosophy at SUNY Oswego and holds the administrative position of co-director for the philosophy-psychology program. His academic appointments reflect a commitment to both disciplinary depth in philosophy and interdisciplinary connections with psychological research. His educational background includes: Ph.D. from Northwestern University B.A. from the University of Iowa Professor Peterson's research centers on epistemology and philosophy of mind with a specialized focus on self-knowledge—the mechanisms by which individuals access and understand their own mental states. His work extends into philosophy of action, cognitive science, and moral psychology, while maintaining active engagement with value theory, philosophy of race, and eastern philosophical traditions. This interdisciplinary approach allows him to examine mental phenomena through multiple theoretical lenses, connecting traditional philosophical questions with contemporary scientific perspectives on cognition and consciousness. Analysis of his recent publications (2018-2024) reveals a consistent trajectory exploring foundational questions about mental states and self-knowledge, with increasing attention to social and collective dimensions of cognition. His work spans theoretical epistemology, philosophy of mind, and applied domains including moral psychology, demonstrating both methodological rigor and conceptual breadth across philosophical subfields. As an active Assistant Professor, he contributes to academic mentorship through his teaching position and program leadership role. His publication record indicates sustained research productivity in high-impact philosophy journals, reflecting engagement with current debates in epistemology and philosophy of mind.





