Sociology

The experience of where and how we learn shapes who we are and the work that we do. For Dr. Maxine Baca Zinn, her time spent studying at The University of New Mexico left an indelible mark. “It’s been fifty years since I began my work,” says Baca Zinn,...

As the leading research institute in New Mexico, UNM strives to recognize its student and faculty research initiatives. Now, thanks to a generous donation, University Libraries is awarding six undergraduate students with the inaugural Jim and Mary Lois...

Students at The University of New Mexico are ensuring the history of organized labor in New Mexico is not forgotten, by preserving it for future generations to study. “Working People’s History of New Mexico is intended to gather stories of people who...

It is with great sadness that the UNM Sociology Department says goodbye to one of its emeritus faculty members, Bob Fiala. He passed away on July 28, 2017 after valiantly fighting pancreatic cancer. Professor Emeritus Susan Tiano and Professor Felipe...

In a world overrun with social media headlines, breaking news alerts and media sensationalism, it is easy to lose sight of the need for basic humanity.

A book co-authored by a UNM Sociology professor is gaining increased national attention, including reviews by some of the most prestigious journals in the field. “A Shared Future is both optimistic and critical about a compelling model for social...

A combination of UNM sociologists, a political scientist and a geologist are conducting innovative academic and evaluative research on one of the most successful science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) education alliances in the country.

A new, interdisciplinary graduate program at The University of New Mexico hopes to train students to make an impact on the state through data-driven policy work.

the UNM College of Arts and Sciences (A&S) hosted its inaugural “Data-to-Knowledge” Symposium at the UNM Sevilleta Field Station, bringing together research-active faculty from across various disciplines in the college to discuss their work and...

University of New Mexico Sociology Professor Richard Wood is one of two featured authors on Sunday, Oct. 23 from 3-5 p.m. at St. Andrew Presbyterian Church, 5301 Ponderosa Ave. NE. The church hosts a challenging forum, "Faith, Community, and Inclusivity." This event is free and open to the public.