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Monday, February 3, 2025
The consortium brings together faculty working across departments in the areas of war, genocide, or ethnic and political violence to facilitate collaboration and exchange of knowledge.

Thursday, January 30, 2025
The Dare to Discover campaign showcases researchers, scholars, and creators from across the University of Iowa.

Monday, January 13, 2025
While many criminologists study why people commit crimes, James Wo studies why some places have disproportionate amounts of crime. Wo wants to understand how the physical and social environment can be used to reduce crime.

Jennifer Haylett to serve as Faculty Fellow for Excellence in Teaching and Learning
Monday, September 9, 2024
As a Faculty Fellow, Haylett will focus on enhancing support, incentives, and structures that facilitate teaching excellence and student learning.

Grad Student Hyunsik Chun accepts Assistant Professor position
Tuesday, September 3, 2024
Hyunsik Chun officially accepted a position as Assistant Professor of Sociology at Kyung Hee University in South Korea.

Stephanie DiPietro elected Executive Counselor for the American Society of Criminology
Tuesday, July 2, 2024
Dr. DiPietro was elected to serve as Executive Counselor for the American Society of Criminology (ASC).

Victor Ray elected Vice President of the American Sociological Association
Monday, June 17, 2024
Dr. Ray was elected as the 2025-2026 Vice President of the American Sociological Association, the world's largest and most prominent sociological association.

Sociology as a Vocation: The Life of Steve Wieting
Monday, May 20, 2024
Long-time Sociology Professor Stephen G. Wieting, age 83, passed away on July 22, 2023.

Professor Steve Wieting Honored at the 2024 Meeting of the Midwest Sociological Society
Monday, May 20, 2024
The Midwest Sociological Society annual conference held a special memorial session to honor Professor Steve Wieting who passed away last year.

Renowned Professor Jenn Haylett Shares Personal Journey and Professional Insights
Monday, May 20, 2024
Professor Jennifer Haylett reflects on her journey to becoming a faculty member at the Department of ÌÇÐÄvlog¹ÙÍø¹Û¿´.
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