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Eric T. Olson

b. 1963

American philosopher

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About Eric T. Olson

Born 1963. Eric T. Olson is a philosopher.

Eric Todd Olson is an American philosopher who specializes in metaphysics and philosophy of mind. Olson is best known for his research in the field of personal identity, and for advocating animalism, the theory that persons are animals. Olson received a BA from Reed College and a PhD from Syracuse University. Olson is currently a professor of philosophy at the University of Sheffield.

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Important facts

Born

7 June 1963

Birth century

20th century

Occupation

Philosopher

Education

Syracuse University, Reed College

Employers

University of Sheffield, University of Cambridge

Contemporaries

People whose lives overlapped Eric T. Olson's

Frequently asked questions

Who is Eric T. Olson?

American philosopher

When was Eric T. Olson born?

Eric T. Olson was born on 7 June 1963.

What is Eric T. Olson's occupation?

Eric T. Olson is a philosopher.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Eric T. Olson

· Wikidata: Q5387601

· DBpedia: Eric T. Olson (philosopher)

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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Eric T. Olson. https://biography.guide/eric-t-olson/

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