Jacob Caldwell

Jacob Caldwell

Office Hours

University Hall 337E

Spring 2026: Wednesday and Friday 2:30pm-3:30pm, or by special appointment.

Areas of Expertise

  • Philosophy of Action
  • Philosophy of Psychiatry
  • Kant

Education

  • BA Philosophy, The College of Wooster (2016)
  • MA Philosophy, Brandeis University (2018)

How to pronounce my name: 

Jacob Caldwell

 

 

My work connects phenomenology, agency, and psychiatric disorders, with a focus on the nature of compulsive behavior (e.g. addiction and obsessive-compulsive disorder). Where possible, I approach contemporary philosophical issues through the historical frameworks, especially those of Plato, Kant, and Heidegger. 

Topics of secondary yet considerable interest to me include aesthetics (especially Kant's) and existentialism. 

I'm also a professional cheesemonger! Please direct your cheese-related questions to me.