Jaclynrekisphilosophy
About Me
Hello again! I am a postdoctoral fellow at The Hebrew University of Jerusalem.
My research expertise is in political and feminist philosophy. I also have competency in epistemology, ethics, philosophy of emotion, and philosophy of law.
In my dissertation, I argue that religious reasons are excluded from the public sphere in three salient ways: in a distinctly political sense, an epistemic sense, and a testimonial sense. To the extent that these forms of exclusion are unfair, I argue that religious reasons ought to be included in our public deliberations, and can be done so in ways that are compatible with aims of political liberalism.
Other things about me:
I like to bake and cook and (like everyone else) watch the occasional movie, but I mainly like to be outside in the sun. And since I am from Vancouver Island, I find myself most at home when I am next to the ocean. I like to hike, swim, travel, and practice yoga. Most importantly, I have a deep love for my family and friends, and consider my relationships with them to be the greatest gifts in life. Life is always better shared.
Academic History
Past Positions
Sept 2018-present
PhD Candidate
Philosophy
Western University, ON
Thesis: The Exclusion of Religious Reasons
Description: In my thesis, I argue that religious reasons are excluded from the public sphere in three salient ways: in a distinctly political sense, an epistemic sense, and a testimonial sense. To the extent that these forms of exclusion are unfair, I argue that religious reasons ought to be included in our public deliberations, and can be done so in ways that are compatible with the project of political liberalism.
Aug 2018
Research Paper: The Caterpillar vs. Sapling View of Childhood Wellbeing
Masters in Philosophy
Western University, ON
April 2017
Philosophy (Honours, with Distinction); Sociology Minor