What is race? What is ethnicity? Why do race and ethnicity continue to exert a powerful influence in people's lives in many parts of the world? How does a comparative examination of race, ethnicity, and migration complicate ethnic relations? This course uses a historical lens to explore migration ...
The Center for Humanities Research is pleased to announce its fall 2023 and spring 2024 cohorts. All were chosen to work on research projects related to CHR's 2023-24 annual theme, "Democracy, Disposability, and Repair." Congratulations to all of our new faculty and graduate fellows! Learn more abou...
This course introduces graduate students to the sociological study of race and ethnicity. This survey includes both theories of and empirical explorations of subjects related to the study of race and ethnicity, including the origins, the State, slavery, colonialism, political economy, racialization, ...
The BA in sociology helps students understand the social forces that shape the world. Students learn how social movements emerge from the collective efforts of individuals. They study the role that social forces play in defining racial identities and gender roles.
A minor in immigration studies provides an interdisciplinary and comparative understanding of the immigrant experience, ethnic identity, assimilation, ethnic exclusion and conflict, and refugee situations. This minor will prepare students to contribute to the ongoing national debate about immigration...
