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Alexes Harris, professor of sociology; and Ian Kennedy, a doctoral student in sociology, discuss how legal fines and fees are badly in need of reform.

Margaret O'Mara, professor of history, explains the historic echos of unionization at the Amazon Fresh store.

Jake Grumbach, assistant professor of political science, explains how, although mail election processing has increased in recent years, there has not been any change in voter fraud levels.

Sam Wasser, research professor of biology, explains how a genetic investigation technique can be used to catch wildlife poachers.

Billie Swalla, professor of biology, explains how sea squirts are relevant to discussions about the evolution of the heart and head.

Pepper Schwartz, professor of sociology, explains the opportunities available to seniors looking to date.

Dianne Harris reflects on her first six months as dean, and the “dedication to excellence and deep veins of creativity” she has found throughout the College of Arts & Sciences. 

Thanks to a UW internship, students are contributing content about Black leaders in the sciences on BlackPast.org. 

In her work, artist and alum Barbara Earl Thomas "offers a lovingly tender elevation of Black people and their stories."

Generations of scientists have tried to identify biological predictors of violence. Professor Oliver Rollins has concerns about their research.