Andrew Chignell

Andrew Chignell is an Associate Professor in Cornell's Susan Linn Sage School of Philosophy. His work focuses on Enlightenment philosophy (especially Immanuel Kant), though he also works in contemporary epistemology, aesthetics, and philosophy of religion. He was born in Dundee, Scotland, but lost his Scottish accent when his family moved him (at age 4) to the Chicago area. He grew up eating a lot of casseroles, and only got interested in thinking philosophically about food eight years ago when his best friend (also a philosophy professor) suddenly converted from being a dedicated grill master-hunter-fisherman-carnivore to being a dedicated vegan.
Andrew is co-editing a volume (with Matthew Halteman and Terence Cuneo) entitled Philosophy Comes to Dinner: Arguments over the Ethics of Eating (Routledge 2015) and contributing to the forthcoming Oxford Handbook to Food Ethics (eds. Barnhill, Doggett, and Egan). He received his Ph.D. at Yale.
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Coursera

Princeton University

Food Ethics (Coursera)

Humanities

Discover the moral implications of what we eat with 'Food Ethics', a comprehensive online course offered by Coursera. This course examines how our dietary choices affect not only our health but also the welfare of animals, workers, and the environment. Learn about developing sustainable food systems that respect cultural differences and promote food justice for all. Whether you're interested in improving your personal eating habits or seeking to understand the broader implications of global food systems, 'Food Ethics' provides a unique perspective on how we can make more informed and ethical decisions about our food.

May 25th 2026

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EdX

CornellX,Cornell University

The Ethics of Eating (edX)

Food & Nutrition Humanities

Dive into 'The Ethics of Eating', an edX course that unravels the intricate web of ethics tied to what we eat. From farm to fork, this course examines the moral dimensions of our food choices, engaging a broad spectrum of thought leaders including philosophers, scientists, activists, and industry professionals.

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