Urban studies alumna confronts housing inequity in New York City
After graduating from The College of Wooster, Rasmia Kirmani-Frye ’95 immediately knew she wanted to move to New York City and begin a career […]
I.S. explores the impact of queer identity on Central American family life
For his Independent Study, Cesar Lopez sought to answer the question of how queer Central Americans go about reimagining new familial units and negotiate meaning in new relationships when they are confronted with the need to reconstruct a family. The sociology major interviewed several people who identify as queer and/or Central American to learn more about how they experience family life in the U.S. and how they actively engage in family construction or homebuilding for themselves.
I.S. analyzes youth suicide prevention techniques in New Zealand
Using topics close to her heart to drive research, Olivia Proe’s Independent Study focused on government suicide prevention initiatives aimed at youth in New Zealand. New Zealand has one of the highest youth suicide rates in the world, despite being ranked one of the happiest countries, so Proe set out to discover why that is and if the government does anything to address the issue.
Wooster sends two teams to virtual Datafest
Students develop data plan that places third in regional competition
Combining majors in computer science and sociology, student designs a computer model to investigate the spread of rumors on Twitter
While sociology and computer science may seem like a “rare combination” Zhen Guo ’21, who came to The College of Wooster as an international student from Beijing, China, sees more research combing the disciplines in the future.
Monét Davis ’19 generates new lessons and conversations about social justice
As a communications and operations associate at The Loveland Group, Monét Davis ’19 helps carry out the work of the organization’s many initiatives, including Elizabeth’s Bookshop […]
Sociology alumnus honored for creating WooStories program
Jisou “Armel” Lee ’19 designated a space where people of all backgrounds could share their stories and experiences.
Sociology major supports LGBTQ people at the University of Michigan
Will Sherry ’05 draws on Wooster-developed mindset as director of the Spectrum Center
Sociology alumna advocates for peace and collective healing
Hideko Tamura Snider ’56 survived the atomic bombing of Hiroshima before attending Wooster
Hands-On Internship at Bellwether Farm Inspires Wooster Sociology Major
Jenna Smith learns about regenerative agricultural systems through summer fieldwork experience
Wooster senior makes her voice heard in local community
Amelia Kemp ’21 participates in Black Lives Matter movement as part of her APEX Fellowship
Sociology alumnus helps Akron-Canton Regional Foodbank navigate response to increased demand
Michael Wilson ’05 makes an impact on his community as director of marketing and communications
Sociology major engages community through immersive theatre
Maggie Popadiak ’05 educates people through the arts
Marija Cyvas ’19 Wins Award for Undergraduate Paper on Baltic Studies
Recent graduate’s Independent Study on Lithuanian-Americans receives recognition
Understanding Cultural Perspectives
Sidney Irias compares attitudes toward adoption in the U.S. and Honduras