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Monthly Archives: January 2012
The Lost Battalion: Sociology Professor Establishes New Scholarship in Honor of Father’s Legacy
Texans proudly “remember the Alamo,” but few remember the importance of the Battle for the Lost Battalion. Arthur Sakamoto, professor of sociology and Population Research Center affiliate at The University of Texas at Austin, wants to change that. In honor … Continue reading
Research Questions with Professors Javier Auyero and Simone Browne
This spring we are excited to launch Research Questions (RQ), a Q&A series profiling the faculty, graduate students, and alumni of the Sociology Department at the University of Texas at Austin. In brief conversations, this series looks at the diverse … Continue reading
Friday afternoon at UT Austin and Spider house
A day in the life – UT Austin 1-27-12 graduate students and faculty Friday UT Austin Movie
Spring 2012 begins with lots of good news
We’re enjoying a cool, sunny day here in Austin, looking forward to our first Spiderhouse Salon of the spring semester tomorrow at 4:30. Camaraderie, productivity and collaborative discourse and research opportunities make life in Tejasarino (quoting Amanda) memorable and successful. … Continue reading
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Educational Disadvantages Associated with Race Still Persist in Brazil Despite Improvements, New Study Shows
Despite notable improvements in educational levels and opportunity during the past three decades, disadvantages associated with race still persist in Brazil, according to new research at The University of Texas at Austin. Although educational advantages for white over black and … Continue reading
What Makes People Give?
During the “season of giving,” calls for donations are as plentiful as candy canes and eggnog. From bell-ringing Santas to toy donation drives, generous Americans make it the most wonderful time of the year for many charities. What motivates this … Continue reading
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Rave reviews for “Who Lives, Who Dies, Who Decides?”
Early reviews for Dr. Sheldon Ekland-Olson’s new book: “Who Lives, Who Dies, Who Decides?” are in and are effusive in their praise for this important study of issues surrounding Life and Death. Abortion, assisted suicide, capital punishment and others are … Continue reading