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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 Sociology and Criminology.
Matthew Andersson on Surviving and Thriving in the Iowa Sociology PhD Program
Monday, May 20, 2024
Dr. Matthew Andersson earned his PhD from the Department of Sociology and Criminology in 2014 and shares advice with current PhD students.
Chad Rhym Points His Sociological Lense at Journalism
Monday, May 20, 2024
Chad Rhym is using his experience in two professions, journalism and sociology, to conduct research that can improve both.
Joanna Frazier: Earning a PhD by Advancing Theories of Crime and Victimization
Monday, May 20, 2024
Learn more about Joanna Frazier's path to pursuing a PhD at the University of Iowa Department of Sociology and Criminology.
Lexi Bibbs: Rooted in Iowa and Studying Crime in a New PhD Program
Monday, May 20, 2024
Learn more about Lexi Bibbs' path to pursuing a PhD in Criminology at the University of Iowa.
New Criminology PhD Program Starts with an Outstanding New Cohort of Students
Monday, May 20, 2024
The Department of Sociology and Criminology started a new PhD program in criminology after years of development.
Understanding Dignity from Within
Monday, May 20, 2024
Professors Steven Hitlin and Matthew Andersson released a new book called “The Science of Dignity: Measuring Personhood and Well-Being in the United States.”