Social Sciences Division

Daniel Chirot, a professor of Russian and Eurasian Studies at the UW’s Henry M. Jackson School, has just returned from a month in Paris and reflects on recent violence in that city.

Dr. Jana Lone, director for the Center for Philosophy for Children, talked to parents about understanding their philosophical children.

"As Canadians, we all have occasion to answer the question: What should the role of our military be, in working against human rights abuses abroad?" writes Michael Blake, UW professor of philosophy.

Carlene Cross is a UW alumna who teaches forgiveness seminars for the Army Survivor’s Outreach Services and writing classes at the University of Washington.

The United States imprisons more people than any other country in the world. Humanities Washington hosted one of its Think & Drink events to explore the reasons behind this rise in incarceration.

The UW's Integrated Social Sciences degree program allows students to take courses anywhere--including active-duty military stationed abroad.

David Hyde speaks with University of Washington historian Margaret O'Mara about the popularity of political outsiders in Washington State.

A new Asia-Pacific Military Fellowship in the Jackson School provides immersion in the history and culture of Asian countries.

Jane Yang, a UW sophomore who grew up in Shanghai, is teaching the UW men’s basketball team about her language and culture. Now, she’s looking at her home — and herself — with fresh eyes.

Scott Montgomery, a lecturer in the Jackson School of International Studies, uses a range of case studies to trace the evolution of technical thought through history.

UW professor Christopher Parker shares his insight on the status of the House with Paul Ryan now as speaker.

"A conversation about race and policing is part of moving toward solutions," writes columnist Jerry Large in The Seattle Times, covering a Humanities Washington event.

Mark Smith, UW professor of political science, talks about his book, "Secular Faith," in which he argues that religion often mirrors shifts in the political landscape.

International Studies Professor Saadia Pekkanen writes for Forbes about the US- Japan military space alliance.

The Olympian previews UW Tacoma’s Views on the Pacific forum. Jackson School of International Studies faculty Clark Sorensen and Saadia Pekkanen (moderator) will participate.