Lesley Jamieson
Ph.D., 2021
Philosophy
Arts and Science
Research Interests
The Philosophy of Iris Murdoch, History of 20th Century Analytic Philosophy, Philosophical Methodology, Moral Psychology, Philosophy of Mind, Aesthetics, Philosophy of Literature, Linguistic Philosophy, and Philosophy of Education
Biography
- Ph.D. (Philosophy), Queen’s University
- M.A. (Philosophy), Queen’s University
- B.A. Honours (Philosophy), University of Ottawa
My research is focused on the philosophical writings of Iris Murdoch, with special focus on philosophical method and Murdoch’s place in the history of 20th century analytic philosophy. My research, like Murdoch’s work, touches on behaviourism in the philosophy of mind, Kantian aesthetics, linguistic philosophy, and moral psychology. I am also interested in the philosophy of education, and have had work published in the Journal of Philosophy of Education.
Beyond philosophy, I am deeply passionate about labour issues and have made numerous media appearances (including on CBC Ontario Morning and Power and Politics), written op-eds for local Kingston newspapers, organized “know your rights” workshops, and produced radio shows amplifying frontline workers’ voices during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Publications
“The Case of M and D in Context: Iris Murdoch, Stanley Cavell, and Moral Teaching and Learning”, Journal of Philosophy of Education Vol. 54 (2), 2020, pp. 425-448.