Department of Sociology News
The Department of Sociology offers courses that inspect concerns about human behavior, social life, and social change. Students examine topics such as crime; economic inequalities; gender; leisure and sports; marriage and family; occupations; race and ethnic relations; and religion.
Current Sociology News
A collection of news stories and highlights featuring UNLV students and faculty.
As the nation's most-watched sports entertainment event rolls into town, UNLV researchers are available to provide expertise.
Meet some UNLV grads who've had a hand in shaping the city's sports identity.
A collection of news stories focused on research, expert insights, and academic achievement.
A roundup of prominent news stories highlighting university pride, research, and community collaboration.
A collection of news stories highlighting the experts and student changemakers at UNLV.
Sociology In The News
In February 2024, American anti-government agitator Ammon Bundy posted a video with a provocative title to his YouTube channel: ‘Want to know where Ammon Bundy is?’
March is Women’s History Month, and several events are being held to commemorate the topic. Dr. Bernadette Barton is a professor of Sociology and Gender Studies at MSU. She said patriarchy works to minimize women’s contributions to the social world by erasing that history.
After a dip from 2017 to 2021, it looks like America’s ultimate sporting event is back on top.
Disney, Fox and Warner Bros. Discovery announced plans Tuesday to launch a streaming service that could become the biggest single source of sports content for cord-cutting consumers.
Children respond differently to their parents' trauma, causing estrangement.
Siblings respond differently to a parent's trauma, causing estrangement.
