Social Sciences Division

Adrian Raftery, professor of statistics and sociology, explains how different sets of facts and figures about COVID-19 can paint different pictures of the pandemic.

The UW Libraries has published a new online research guide on racial justice. History professor Quintard Taylor is mentioned.

This week at the UW, attend an online book launch, read along with the UW alumni book club, and listen to VoiceThreads from the comfort of your home.

The Women in Engineering ProActive Network has given its 2020 Founders Award to Elizabeth Litzler, affiliate assistant professor of sociology.

A study from the department of sociology about divorce rates is mentioned in this article about how divorce rates may spike after the pandemic ends.

Margaret O’Mara, professor of history, is quoted in this article about Vice Admiral James Stockdale.

Former Governor Gary Locke, along with KD Hall, UW faculty in communication, and recent WSU graduate Lealah Ndifon, shared their experiences with systemic racism at different academic levels.

Eryk Waligora, a graduate student in international studies, is quoted in this article about Audrey Tang, Taiwan's digital minister.

The moon landing was an "extraordinary, event" but "America...now struggles to surmount challenges." Margaret O'Mara, professor of history, is quoted.

Scott Montgomery, lecturer of international studies, worries that America's crumbling energy infrastructure is a sign of its waning global status.

Alexes Harris, professor of sociology, explains how the system of monetary sanctions (fines and fees) can devastate peoples' lives.

This week, the UW hosts a variety of online opportunities to keep engaged, including a virtual author event and a drop-in meditation session.

Robert Crutchfield, UW sociologist who studies the justice system, shared with KUOW three areas of the system he believes should change.

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.