Alumni

New study by David Peters shows regional trends in opioid overdose deaths

A new study co-authored by David Peters, associate professor of sociology, reveals that the U.S. is suffering from several simultaneous opioid epidemics. Read More

December 9, 2019

Making a difference in the world through sociology

Antonio Ball (’21 sociology, women’s and gender studies) is passionate about making a difference for marginalized communities, and he knows that a sociology major will equip him to help others. Read More

December 5, 2019

Agriculture and society major shapes alum’s career path

Unsure which career path to choose, alum Michaela Hoffelmeyer found direction through the agriculture and society major. Read More

November 25, 2019

Department of Sociology dedicates new analytics lab in East Hall

311 East Hall is home to a new sociology analytics lab, thanks to a generous pledge from two alums. Read More

November 21, 2019

John Major Eason delivers address at 2019 George M. Beal Lectureship

John Major Eason discussed the prison boom in rural America at the 2019 George M. Beal Lectureship in Rural Sociology on Oct. 29. Read More

November 19, 2019

Class about gender-influenced consumerism applies to multiple majors

Students from an array of disciplines dissect gendered consumerism in Michael Goebel's women's and gender studies class. Read More

November 7, 2019

Hayat Sumael is proud of her right to vote, and encourages others to register

Hayat Sumael ('22 criminal justice studies, political science) believes changing the world begins with two simple steps: 1. Register to vote 2. Cast a ballot. Read More

November 6, 2019

Monic Behnken receives 2019 The Way Up Recognition Award

Monic Behnken, associate professor in the Department of Sociology and director of the leadership studies program, has been named the 2019 recipient of The Way Up Recognition Award. Congratulations! Read More

October 18, 2019

Work of professors emeriti in sociology is foundation for artwork in the ‘What’s Good Project’

Community vitality research by Cornelia Flora, Distinguished Professor emeritus of sociology, and Jan Flora, professor emeritus of sociology, is the foundation for a new art exhibit by Iowa State artist Jennifer Drinkwater. Read More

October 14, 2019

Daniel Butler joins the Department of Sociology as an assistant professor

Daniel Butler is a new faculty member in the Department of Sociology this fall. His teaching and research focus is in criminal justice studies. Read More

October 3, 2019