Social Sciences Division

Dr. Resat Kasaba, professor in and director of the Jackson school, discusses whether the recent U.S. airstrike on Iran could bring the two countries close to war.

Dr. Resat Kasaba, professor in and director of the Jackson School, weighs in on U.S.-Iran conflicts.

Aseem Prakash, political science professor, weighs in on a controversy surrounding how Amazon employees are speaking out about their company's efforts to address climate change.

How can a nation heal from a civil war? UW doctoral student Francis Abugbilla traveled to Côte d’Ivoire for answers.

Aseem Prakash, political science professor, makes the case for flying less in 2020.

Students and professors show the diverse research, opportunities, and learning at the UW through this photoset.

UW professors in the departments of history, English, music, and anthropology have recently produced a multitude of diverse books and music.

Associate professor of anthropology, Dan Eisenberg, discusses research into genetic links to longevity.

History Professor Margaret O'Mara discusses Microsoft's potential involvement in a new high-speed light rail in the Pacific Northwest.

History Professor Margaret O'Mara gives insight on the lineup of the December Democratic debate.

Kristina Scharp, assistant professor of communication, discusses why college students get homesick and how they can ease these feelings.

Margaret O'Mara, a professor in history, explains how the public's perception of large tech industries has changed.

Sociology Professor Christine Leibbrand discusses the effects that moving away from segregated hometowns have on African Americans.

Alum Jill Higson (BA, 1996, Communication) discusses the human touch handwriting can bring to communication.

Jackson School of International Studies researcher Randy Thompson discusses the intersections of politics and religion in his new podcast.