Social Sciences Division

Nine wooden fishing vessels will parade from Fishermen's Terminal to South Lake Union Thursday, calling attention to an exhibit that will open Saturday at the Center for Wooden Boats. UW history students' research helped shape the exhibit.

Washington state has been lengths ahead of other states when it comes to worker pay, benefits, and workplace protections. James Gregory, professor of history, is quoted.

In an op-ed piece, Hanson Hosein, director of the Communication Leadership program, writes about the changing media landscape, noting that even as audiences shun ads they are more open to "branded" articles and videos.

The very qualities that lead to greater emotional satisfaction in peer marriages may be having an unexpectedly negative impact on these couples' sex lives. Pepper Schwartz, professor of sociology, is quoted.

The Henry M. Jackson School of International Studies at the University of Washington is accepting applications for its new 10-month Master of Arts (MA) degree in Applied International Studies (MAAIS). This accelerated program is designed for U.S. and international professionals with experience in a variety of fields, including business, government, military, philanthropy, and international development.

In an op-ed piece, Victor Menaldo, assistant professor of political science, and co-author look at the current political situation in Egypt.

Teresa Causin ('06) can indulge her passion for sports 24/7 as a project manager overseeing web development projects for ESPN.com.

Frustrated by the current funding model for scientific research, Cindy Wu ('11) and Denny Luan ('11) created a crowdfunding platform for research.

The next time visit Starbucks, give a nod to Ann Burkhart ('90), who focuses on the ethical sourcing of ingredients in Starbucks' food products.

EMP Museum curator Jacob McMurray ('95) discovered a passion for museums while working at the UW's Burke Museum as an undergrad.

Patricia Ebrey, professor of history, is the author "Emperor Huizong," a new biography of a Chinese emperor who lived from 1082 to 1135 and ruled for 26 years during China's Song Dynasty.

UW professors turn their concern over Ferguson into a modern teach-in.

A new poll conducted for the Natural Resources Defense Council, an environmental group, says Latinos strongly favor U.S. government action to fight climate change. Matt Barreto, associate professor of political science, is quoted.

The Herald editorial board says of the Menendez-Kirk bill on Iran sanctions that "it's in the national interest for this sputtering, reactionary bill to die a quick death." Joel Migdal, professor of international studies, is quoted.

Some have questioned whether migrants are fairly represented in Shanghai test results. Kam Wing Chan, professor of geography, is quoted.