Dr. Jordan Lavender

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Jordan joined the Department of Philosophy at Texas A&M University in January 2025 after receiving his Ph.D. in Philosophy from the University of Notre Dame in 2022. He was a Postdoctoral Research Associate focused on Medieval Philosophy at Purdue University. Jordan's research primarily concentrates on theories of consciousness, intentionality, and sensation within the frameworks of Medieval and Early Modern Philosophy. His current projects investigate themes in fourteenth-century scholasticism and seventeenth-century Cartesianism. He is actively involved in departmental research strengths in Decision Theory and Formal Philosophy. Jordan's teaching repertoire includes courses such as Introduction to Philosophy, which he plans to offer in Spring 2025, scheduled for Tuesdays and Thursdays. He is committed to guiding students through complex philosophical concepts, fostering an engaging educational environment.

Research Interests

Courses

Introduction to Philosophy

Requirements for Texas A&M University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
GRE General
TOEFL
Total
Required:80
Prerequisites
Baccalaureate degree Baccalaureate degree in Communication or related field preferred
Application Checklist
  • Curriculum Vita
  • Statement of Purpose (500-750 words)
  • Writing Sample (up to 10,000 words)
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  • GraduateCAS Application
Specialization Notes

Department: Department of Communication and Journalism. Ph.D. program only currently admitting. GRE is test-optional.