Tune in to the Office for Diversity and Inclusion and Alumni Relations’ 2022 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Living Legacy Convocation on January 20th to see graduate student Rhys Hall participate in the Ted Talk style format. The speakers represent faculty, staff, students, and alumni from across all UConn locations. Speakers: Michael Bradford – Vice Provost […]
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UConn Students Selected for Millennium Fellowship Program
Check out UConn Today’s recent article titled “UConn Students Selected for Millennium Fellowship Program” where Caitlin Dadonna ’22 (Sociology) is recognized as one of the directors for the Millennium Fellowship Program. Only 6% of universities were selected by United Nations Academic Impact and the Millennium Campus Network. Congratulations Caitlin! ***Excerpt from article*** “The Millennium Fellowship leverages the energy […]
Kristen Kirksey: A Social History of Racial Disparities in Breastfeeding in the United States
Check out graduate student Kristen Kirksey’s article, “A Social History of Racial Disparities in Breastfeeding in the United States,” which discusses differences in breastfeeding rates in White women and Black women as well as racial disparities and the impact of public policy and social movements. Excerpt from abstract: “I found that the persistent racial disparities […]
Theresa Hopkins-Staten (Class of 1981): VP for Corporate Citizenship and Equity at Eversource Energy
Check out a recent video published on Hartford Business titled “Theresa Hopkins-Staten, VP for Corporate Citizenship and Equity at Eversource Energy” where alumna Theresa Hopkins (SOCI 1981) discusses the various activities she has done in and around Greater Hartford.
Phoebe Godfrey: UConn Authors Exploring Just Sustainabilities
Check out a recent article on UConn Today, titled “UConn Authors Exploring Just Sustainabilities,” where they interview Associate Professor in Residence of Sociology, Phoebe Godfrey, about a recent book of case studies she edited called Global Im-Possibilities which explores the concept of “just sustainabilities,” including policies, practices, and challenges, faced by individuals and governments working toward […]
Join Us for a Talk by Annette Lareau | October 15, 2021
Date: Friday, October 15, 2021 Time: 12:30 PM Venue: Homer Babbidge Library, Class of 147 Conference Room Join us for a talk by Professor Annette Lareau, the Edmund J. and Louise W. Kahn Professor of Sociology at the University of Pennsylvania and a Past-President of the American Sociological Association. She is the author of the […]
Thomas Volscho: Edward R. Murrow Award for Investigative Reporting
Congrats to Sociology alum Thomas Volscho for winning the Edward R. Murrow Award for Investigative Reporting for his work on the ABC Radio News podcast Truth and Lies: Jeffrey Epstein. This award recognizes individuals who demonstrate the excellence of Edward R. Murrow in the broadcasting news profession. ***Excerpt from article*** “I worked on investigating Jeffrey Epstein’s finances […]
Bandana Purkayastha: Decolonial Perspectives | Oct. 29
Check out Professor of Sociology and Asian and Asian American Studies, Bandana Purkayastha, at the upcoming event: “Decolonial Perspectives: Reclaiming our Rights as People in the Global South” on October 29th, 2021
Phoebe Godfrey: Virtual Book Launch | October 14, 2021
Check out the virtual book launch for Global Im-Possibilities, co-edited by Phoebe Godfrey, October 14th, 2021, from 6:00 – 7:30. The event is free and all are welcome to join!
Phoebe Godfrey: Building Bridges | Sept. 30 – Oct. 1
You won’t want to miss this free two day event, Building Bridges: Being in Nature, hosted by NatureRx! Sociology Associate Professor in Residence Phoebe Godfrey will participate on the second day, NatureRx at UConn: Connecting with nature for better well-being and metal health. This in person mini-symposium brings together UConn researchers, educators, mental health providers for […]