Aaron Schultz
- (He/Him)
- Assistant Professor
- Philosophy
Biography
Aaron Schultz is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Philosophy at Michigan State University. His research investigates the ethical, political, and social implications of emerging technology, with a focus on AI governance, algorithmic fairness, and the protection of attentional freedom. Drawing on a background in political and Buddhist philosophy, he teaches courses spanning the philosophy of technology, propaganda and justice, health care ethics, and Buddhist thought.
Aaron earned his Ph.D. from Binghamton University in 2021. Beyond his work at MSU, he brings his critical perspective to public and policy domains, serving as a research contributor for the Center for AI and Digital Policy’s Artificial Intelligence and Democratic Values Report 2025 and regularly writing for The Prindle Post.
Works
Peer Reviewed Articles:
- Schultz, A. (2025) “Attention, Diversion, and Distraction Technologies,” Philosophy & Technology.
- Goodman, C. and A. Schultz. (2024) “Ethics in Indian Buddhism,” Stanford Encyclopedia of Philosophy.
- Schultz, A. (2021). “Vasubandhu, reactive attitudes, and attentional freedom,” Asian Philosophy.
- Goodman, C. and A. Schultz. (2020). “Prajñākaramati on Śāntideva’s Case Against Anger: A Translation of Bodhicaryāvatāra-pañjikā,“ VI. 1.69 Journal of Indian Philosophy.
Public Philosophy:
- Working At The Speed of AI
- The AI Crisis and The Unexamined Life
- Why Ethics Classes Don’t Give Answers
- Can Algorithms Really Treat Us Fairly?
- Fighting Fire with Water
- Fighting Fire with Fire
- Perspective, Persistence, Patience: Lessons from “The Oner”
- Why My Student’s Shouldn’t Use AI Either
- No Ghosts In The Machine
- How Can We Know If A Bill Is Beautiful?
- Should Algorithmic Power Come With Responsibility?
- A Right To Attentional Freedom
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