Social Sciences Division

Jackson School of International Studies Ph.D. student Clint Work co-authored this article on South Korean President Park Geun-hye’s trip to Washington, D.C.

In the new book "Pivotal Tuesdays: Four Elections that Shaped the Twentieth Century," University of Washington history professor Margaret O'Mara focuses on the outliers.

"Serious research has serious consequences," says the Seattle Times editorial board in response to recent news of a break-in at the UW Center for Human Rights.

History professor Mark Smith suggests that Americans are actually enjoying a relative respite from religiously-influenced debates.

UW historian Michael Honey has teamed with cinematographer and filmmaker Errol Webber to produce a documentary about the life of Methodist minister and civil rights activist Rev. James Lawson.

The changes the 20th century brought to American presidential politics “continue to hold true” in the 21st century,” says Margaret O’Mara, University of Washington associate professor of history.

Ed Gragert, a Jackson School alumnus and the US director of the Global Campaign for Education, says that young refugees are missing out on education that could improve their lives.

Chris Johnson, more uniquely known as The Name Inspector, is bringing his applied knowledge to the classroom as the first Professor of Practice within the UW Department of Communication.

A faction of the GOP has forced two strong voices of moderation out. They would be wise to elect a speaker who will help them regain traction as the loyal opposition, says Christopher Parker.

Seattle's economy and population have skyrocketed in the last few years but some important pieces have fallen behind. Elaina Rose, UW associate professor of economics, is quoted.

Ralina Joseph, associate professor of communication, discusses UW's Center for Communication, Differences and Equity.

Continuing a recent string of noteworthy accolades, the University of Washington held its place at No. 5 in the world on the National Taiwan University Ranking of Scientific Papers.

The Henry M. Jackson School of International Studies’ growing areas of interest and sphere of impact will be on display Oct. 16.

An exorbitant interest rate on court fines and fees help create modern-day debtors’ jails. Alexes Harris, associate professor of sociology, is quoted.

Despite the recovery, many people in the middle and lower classes say their wages have not increased in years. Christopher Parker, UW associate professor of political science, is quoted.