Why Iowa?
One of only a few combined sociology and criminology departments at R-1 institutions in the nation, at an institution known for excellence in writing and communication.
See yourself here
Gain a powerful foundation for your professional and academic goals and explore the complexities of society, crime, and social justice.
"Learning about the operation of various processes within the criminal justice system along with their flaws is what drew me into this major, which continues to motivate me to ultimately end up in a position to contribute to and improve the state of such processes."
- Nicholas Hove
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Whether you're interested in the effects of human behavior or crime on the world around us, Iowa will prepare you to ask essential questions about the societies we live and participate in with our programs.
News and announcements
Dr. Amber Joy Powell investigates sexual violence towards incarcerated youth
Wednesday, March 26, 2025
Amber Joy Powell, assistant professor in the Department of Sociology and Criminology and researcher affiliate in the Center for Social Science Innovation (CSSI), has published a recent study investigating sexual violence towards incarcerated youth within state institutions.
UI study shows that images of Earth affect people's views on energy, environment
Wednesday, February 12, 2025
The study was led by Sociology and Criminology professor Dr. Bodi Vasi and co-authored by Ph.D. candidate Mario Paez-Arellano
Sociology and Criminology faculty member helps form Interdisciplinary Consortium for the Study of War and Genocide
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.