Xinyi Song

Xinyi Song

Graduate Student | M.A. program in Philosophy

I’m primarily interested in philosophy of mind and epistemology, with a particular
focus on their intersections. The notorious knowledge argument prompted me to
investigate the nature of phenomenal concept, nonconceptual content, and the forms
of non-propositional knowledge, such as knowledge by acquaintance. My secondary
interests lie in German Idealism, where Schelling’s philosophy of nature arouses
particular curiosity for me. In addition, I have a growing interest in the topic of moral
perception, largely inspired by Iris Murdoch’s works, both her philosophical essays
and novels.

Before coming to Columbia, I received my BA in Philosophy from UCL (2023).