Zachary Simpson

Assistant Professor of Interdisciplinary Studies

Dr. Simpson received his BA from The Colorado College in biology, and his MA and PhD from Claremont Graduate University in philosophy of religion and theology. He recently completed a post-doctoral fellowship at Harvard University with the “Evolution and Theology of Cooperation” project, for which he served as an editor on two forthcoming volumes. Dr. Simpson has published articles in philosophy and theology, and his edited work includes The Oxford Handbook of Religion and Science as well as Adventures in the Spirit: New Essays in Philosophical Theology (by Philip Clayton). His dissertation centered on the idea of “Life as Art,” investigating the possibilities for living one’s life according to the essence of artworks. 

 

Dr. Simpson's research focuses on contemporary philosophy and theology, and the intersections between science, philosophy, and religion.  He teaches courses on the history of philosophy, world religions, issues in contemporary philosophy and religion, and interdisciplinary issues.

 

A native New Mexican, Dr. Simpson enjoys mountain climbing, backpacking, travelling, cooking, and spending time with his wife, Kenzie.