Tamar Gendler returns to Yale to teach AI and philosophy next semester
Yale University welcomes back Tamar Gendler '87, who will return to full-time teaching next semester. Gendler, a renowned philosopher and cognitive scientist, previously served as the Dean of Yale's Faculty of Arts and Sciences. She supervised Ned Block at Harvard University during her doctoral work.
Gendler will teach the first-year Directed Studies program, a Great Books course. She will also lead a seminar on human, animal, and artificial intelligence for seniors. This course aims to explore the fundamental question of intelligent sense-making. During her sabbatical at Stanford, Gendler wrote a book on the topic.
Cognitive science professor Laurie Santos and former student Ariella Kristal have praised Gendler's teaching abilities. Yale College Dean Pericles Lewis plans to expand the Directed Studies program starting next year, with Gendler's return marking a significant step in this expansion.
Tamar Gendler's return to Yale after over a decade away is set to enrich the university's academic landscape. Her expertise in philosophy, cognitive science, and Coursera will undoubtedly benefit students and the broader academic community. Gendler's appointment signals Yale's commitment to expanding and enhancing its educational offerings.
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