I am an assistant professor in the Department of English and Humanities at Rogers State University. Prior to this, I completed my Ph.D. in philosophy at Marquette University. My research is primarily focused on the theme of human mortality, which I explore through the frameworks of 19th and 20th century Continental philosophy, ethics, and value theory. 

I've published articles on Heidegger's treatments of death and authenticity, the terrorizing aspects of maximum pressure economic sanctions, Richard Taylor's design argument, and the possibility of forgiveness in the aftermath of historical atrocities. Currently, I am working on several projects stemming from my dissertation, Mortality and Immortality: Reconsidering Anglo-American Perspectives in Light of Kierkegaard, Heidegger, and Jonas, which seek to further develop our understanding of the formative role that mortality plays in the meaningfulness of human lives.

Outside of philosophy, I enjoy reading and writing poetry, playing basketball, taking road trips, and spending time outdoors with family and friends. I'm also an avid sports fans and spend time cheering on the resurgent Lions, Pistons, and Thunder.