Social Sciences Division

The College of Arts & Sciences has built a relationship with the Mellon Foundation to explore the relevance and expand the presence of humanities and arts across all disciplines. 

Aseem Prakash, professor of political science, explains the shortfalls in Biden's climate plan.

Megan Ming Francis, associate professor of political science, is featured in this podcast about how crises and art intersect.

A variety of books by College of Arts and Sciences faculty are featured in this list of recent UW books.

Pepper Schwartz, professor of sociology, discusses how COVID-19 is changing relationships.

How has COVID-19 impacted workers? Faculty in Labor Studies offer their thoughts.

The College honors four exceptional graduates representing eight Arts & Sciences majors.

James Lin, assistant professor of international studies and history, writes about China's suppression of Hong Kong.

Margaret O'Mara, professor of history explains the relationship between tech companies and the U.S. government and why such contracts are often difficult to find.

Scott Lemieux, a lecturer in political science, was interviewed about the Supreme Court ruling on the electoral college on the “KIRO Nights” podcast.

Christopher Parker, professor of political science, explains how Trump's presidency could "kick off a second Reconstruction" as it forces Americans to reckon with race.

Christopher Parker, professor of political science, explains how Trump's presidency could "kick off a second Reconstruction" as it forces Americans to reckon with race.

Aseem Prakash, professor of political science, explains how climate equity should guide decarbonization efforts.

Political Science Professor Christopher S. Parker writes that patriotism is about the adoption of anti-racism on the part of white Americans. 

Hong Kong activists have implored the U.S. to work with international partners to hold Beijing accountable. Brian Leung Kai-Ping, a doctoral student in political science, is quoted.