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Research Interests

Ancient Philosophy, Stoicism, Inuit Philosophy, Eastern Philosophy, Continental Philosophy, Existentialism, Philosophy of life/living

Biography

• B.A. Honours (Philosophy), University of Regina
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• M.A. (Classics), ���ϳԹ���Դ

Maximilian’s research follows a theme of holism in the sense of philosophies that take an interest in life as we live it as primary to their projects. This theme is sometimes categorized as philosophy of life or living, or philosophy as a way of life. Maximilian’s interest in this subject began with Greek philosophy and the paradigmatic example of Socrates. While Greek and Roman philosophy, especially Stoicism, remain of significant interest, Maximilian’s research into this area extends also, for example, into Eastern philosophy, Existentialism, and Canadian Indigenous philosophies.

While themes of how to live often fall into the field of ethics, the emphasis of Maximilian’s research is less concerned with correct normative and moral prescriptions and more interested in grappling with life as we come face to face with it, how to understand it and what to do about it. Maximilian’s first MA thesis (Philosophy) explores parallels between 20th century Existentialism and Eastern philosophy. His second MA thesis (Classics) investigates the current popularity of Ancient Stoicism.

Maximilian’s doctoral research continues to explore Stoicism and its value in application, in addition to finding connections with other systems of holistic philosophical thought, especially such as Inuit philosophy, which Maximilian has a special interest in as an Inuit person himself. Aiding his research, Maximilian also works on skill in Greek, Latin, and Inuktitut.

Publications

“Cylinders and Doctors: Properly Understanding Stoic Compatibilism.” CERES 6 (2024): 12–17.

I'm Mohsen, a Ph.D. candidate researching the philosophy of education, particularly how language fuels verbal creativity in teacher-student interactions. My dissertation focuses on analyzing verbal creativity through the lens of speech act theory, seeking to understand whether teachers can employ social strategies to enhance students' verbal engagement and learning. My research is driven by a belief in the power of language to shape both individual and collective learning experiences. I'm particularly interested in how we can create more inclusive and equitable classrooms where every student can flourish. This passion for educational justice informs my work, and I aim to explore its complexities through the lenses of political and ethical philosophy. My philosophical heroes include Austin, Searle, and Hegel. I also admire David Bakhurst, Queen's faculty advisor, for his unique teaching style and personality, and Tehran faculty advisor Mrs. Afzal Hosseini, for her years of efforts to develop critical and creative thinking.

When I'm not immersed in academic pursuits, I enjoy exploring the world of literature through novels and storytelling. Connect with me if you're interested in The philosophy of education, Language and learning Verbal creativity Educational justice Speech act theory Social strategies in the classroom.

Education

PhD, BSc (ANU)

BA, DipLang (Adelaide)

Research Interests

Animal politics; animal ethics; political theory; history of political thought

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Serrin began a Postdoctoral Fellowship in animal ethics in the Philosophy Department at Queen’s University in 2024. Here, she will primarily be working on a couple of research projects: one that explores how we can better recognise and respond to the agency of animals in interpersonal, political, and legal contexts, and another which seeks to acknowledge and reimagine the role of animals within the history of Western political thought. Beyond these topics, she is also interested the role of animal advocates in the public sphere, and when or whether civil – or even uncivil – disobedience on behalf of animals can be justified. Prior to coming to Queen’s, Serrin was a Visiting Researcher at the Cambridge Centre for Animal Rights Law (2024), and a Research Fellow at the Australian National University’s Crawford School of Public Policy (2023-24). She has also volunteered for several years with one of Australia’s first community legal centres dedicated to issues in animal law: the , based in Canberra/Ngunnawal Country. Serrin’s first book, tentatively titled Multispecies Legality: Animals and the Foundation of Legal Inclusion, is under contract with Cambridge University Press. You can find out more about her research here:

Select Journal Articles

Addressing the will theory challenge to animal rights. 2024. Political Studies.

Political representation, the environment, and Edmund Burke: A re-reading of the Western canon through the lens of multispecies justice. 2024. European Journal of Political Theory. (With Edmund Handby)

Vegans and “green-collared criminals”: The depoliticization of animal advocacy in public discourse. 2024. Polity 56(1): 91–117.

Criminalising (cubes of) truth: Animal advocacy, civil disobedience, and the politics of sight. 2022. Critical Review of International Social and Political Philosophy.

Teaching

PHIL 296 Animals and Society