Why women are drinking more alcohol
Professor of Sociology Susan Stewart addresses why women are drinking more alcohol to cope with life’s daily stressors in her new book, “On the Rocks: Straight Talk About Women and Drinking.”
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Bouffard reappointed chair of the Department of Sociology and Criminal Justice
Leana Bouffard begins her second five-year term as chair of the department on July 1.
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Believing in the power of community
Kaleb Nichols (’24 sociology) knows his purpose in life is to positively impact Black youth. He also knows that a degree in sociology from Iowa State will equip him with the tools necessary to achieve his lofty goals.
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New name for major appeals to students, faculty
Agriculture and society major will become agricultural and rural policy studies beginning this fall.
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An abundance of opportunities
Lane Kunzie (’22 criminal justice, psychology) is well prepared for a future career in criminology and sociology, thanks to the plethora of educational and social opportunities Iowa State offers.
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Simulator aims to support de-escalation training for students, law enforcement
A new simulator on campus will help criminal justice students, officers practice techniques to diffuse volatile situations and better respond to behavioral health issues.
Diego Thompson followed in his mentors’ footsteps
Diego Thompson (MS ’10 sociology, sustainable agriculture; Ph.D. ’14 sociology, sustainable agriculture) credits Professors Emeritus of sociology Cornelia and Jan Flora for nurturing his desire to help rural, disadvantaged groups.
Agriculture and society alum advocates for those with disabilities
Kody Olson (’18 agriculture and society, global resources systems) leans on his Iowa State education and student government experience in his role as a policy advisor for the Minnesota Council on Disability.
Survey highlights pandemic’s effect on mental and physical health in rural Iowa
Professor of Sociology David Peters asked thousands of rural Iowans to gauge how the pandemic has impacted their physical and mental health. Learn what he and his research team discovered.
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Leading with a mission
Thanks to her experiences with the Iowa National Guard and Army ROTC, Kennedy White (’22 criminal justice) is well prepared for a future criminal justice career.