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The Sociology Department is at Eaton Hall, 3rd floor. Come on by to say hello! Amy our admin is located at 312.

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Does the Iron Fist Bring Down Gang-Related Crime?

Using the cases of El Salvador and Honduras, a Tufts sociologist examines whether ‘states of exception’ truly stop violence or merely shift it

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How Did Environmentalism Become a Partisan Issue?

Sociologist Caleb Scoville wins a prestigious Andrew Carnegie fellowship to study the question, part of a larger effort to understand growing political polarization in the U.S.

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Growth in Women’s Sports Has Been a Long Time Coming

Sociologist Jill Weinberg explains why women’s sports have become more popular and how to create more parity with men’s sports

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First Look: A Renovated Eaton Hall

The historic building will soon open its doors to reveal a dramatic transformation.

On the episode "50 Shades of Grey Goes to Court", Professor Weinberg spoke with host, Hunter Parnell, about her book "Consensual Violence"

Professor Jill Weinberg was a featured guest on the podcast "Public Defenseless"

On the episode "50 Shades of Grey Goes to Court", Professor Weinberg spoke with host, Hunter Parnell, about her book "Consensual Violence"

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