Faculty Profile: Amy L. Knisley, PhD

Senior Vice President for Academic Affairs

Academic Background
Ph D, Philosophy, University of Colorado
MA, Philosophy, University of Colorado
BA, Philosophy, The University of the South

Contact Information
North Coop
207.948.3131 ext 297
aknisley@unity.edu

Subjects Taught
Ethics
Environmental Philosophy
Environmental Policy
History of Philosophy

Experiential Learning Sites Used on Occasion
The Fields of the Mind!
Various Sites on Campus including:
  Art Gallery
  Gym
  Library 
 
Areas for Professional Comment
Environmental Philosophy
Environmental Policy, Wilderness, in Particular

Hobbies for Comment
Outdoorswoman:
  Backpacking
  Backcountry Canoeing
  Small-scale Organic Gardening for Market

Research Areas of Interest
Intersections of Philosophy and Environmental Law:
  Related to Wilderness Legislation and
  Related to Non-hazardous Waste Management

Community Involvement
Maine Organic Farmers and Gardners Association, Member--new to area so still developing ways to be involved!

Campus Activities
Regular Participant:
  Midday Bicycle Rides (Spring/Summer/Fall)
  Midday Snowshoe/Skiing (Winter)