Dr. Sharon Lloyd

Biography

Sharon Lloyd is a Professor in the Department of Philosophy at the University of Southern California Dornsife. She specializes in political philosophy, with a particular focus on moral political theory and the works of influential philosophers such as Thomas Hobbes, John Rawls, and others. Her scholarly interests also encompass contemporary liberalism, feminist philosophy, and ethics. Lloyd has been recognized as an important voice among the current generation of liberal feminists. She has worked on a variety of topics, including moral political theories, Machiavelli, Mill, and Marx. Her publications include critical analyses of Hobbes's political philosophy and his moral philosophy, as well as contributions to discussions on democratic responsibility and ethics. She has been actively involved in the USC honors program, teaching courses on self-identity, moral responsibility, and the ethical implications of social issues, often drawing on science fiction narratives. Additionally, she has served in administrative roles, including co-director of the USC Center for Law and Philosophy.

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