Dr. Temi Ogunye

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Temi Ogunye is an Assistant Professor at Princeton University, specializing in contemporary political philosophy. His current research focuses on political philosophy and activism, examining how individuals can intervene in society to influence change. Prior to joining Princeton, Professor Ogunye was a Postdoctoral Prize Research Fellow at Nuffield College, Oxford. He holds a Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy and Politics from the University of Manchester, a Master of Arts in Legal and Political Theory from University College London, and a PhD in Political Theory from the London School of Economics and Political Science. Temi has several years of experience working in politics, policy, and non-governmental organizations, where he has developed a diverse expertise in areas such as activism, authority, political obligation, civil resistance, social norms, and social change. He is also involved in teaching courses on authority and disobedience, as well as seminars on political theory and social change.

Research Interests

Courses

PT Seminar: Authority (dis)obedience Spring 2026 Authority (dis)obedience Fall 2025 Authority (dis)obedience Spring 2025 Seminar in Political Theory: Political Theory and Social Change

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
Application Checklist
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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.