Dr. Zwart teaches classes in the history of philosophy, ethics, and applied ethics. Her research argues that philosophy should be accessible to all, and widely practiced in its most ancient form: as a transformative way of life in which intellectual and practical exercises help one pursue consistency between her beliefs and her actions. In the classroom, she models this approach to philosophy in experiential learning classes, including Medical Ethics, Social Justice (a class on the ethics of food production and distribution), and Dialogue and Civil Discourse (a course that equips students to engage with others across ideological difference). Dr. Zwart is the founding director of The Dialogue Project at Saint Mary's and directs Dialogue and Democracy, a summer academic institute for high school girls.
