Dr. Andrew Chignell

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Biography

Andrew Chignell is a Laurance S. Rockefeller Professor in the Department of Religion at Princeton University, where he joined the faculty in 2018. His academic work primarily focuses on modern European philosophers, including Immanuel Kant, and covers various areas such as the philosophy of religion, moral psychology, aesthetics, and the ethics of belief. Chignell has directed initiatives related to philosophy and religion at Princeton and has contributed to the curriculum by revising a Massive Open Online Course specifically on Food Ethics. He is recognized for his interdisciplinary approach that combines elements from philosophy, ethics, and religion.

Research Interests

Philosophy of Religion Moral Psychology Aesthetics Ethics of Belief Food Ethics

Experience

Laurance S. Rockefeller Professor

2018-09-01 — Present

Princeton University • Princeton, NJ

Teach courses in Religion and Philosophy, direct projects related to philosophy and religion.

Requirements for Princeton University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
GRE General
TOEFL
Speaking
Required:27
IELTS
Speaking
Required:8
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in engineering or science Strong background in mathematics, materials, physics, or related engineering
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Specialization Notes

GRE scores are not accepted. Ph.D. is the primary degree; students are not required to hold an M.S.E. prior to admission.