Dr Jennie Bristow looks at how society has amplified tensions and emotions and the problems that can cause. Online and offline, on campus and beyond, we are navigating increasingly polarised […]
Assisted dying is a public issue, not a personal trouble, and regulation must reflect this
Dr Jennifer Dvorak explains how when considering a change in law for assisted dying we must consider social influences and ensure it does not become a normalised part of medical care.
The end of a geopolitical era?
Dr Alex Kent reflects on the contribution that HM Queen Elizabeth II has made to global geopolitics.
The problem of the ‘Covid Generation’
Ahead of a public discussion next week, Dr Jennie Bristow looks at how the experience of the pandemic can help sociologists gain a valuable insight into generations and what they are or are not.
Meghan, Harry and royal race-scapades: tales of the totally expected
Dr Harshad Keval explores race, class and power inequalities within society.
Black History ‘Month’ and the urgency of connected race-critical thinking
Dr Harshad Keval asks if the temporary nature of Black History Month can support the call for a radical change in societal racial justice.
Black Lives Matter, toppling statues and anti-racism: joining the dots
Dr Harshad Keval explores how our problematic and traumatic history is impacting on our present.
Meghan, Laurence and Question Time: the unbearable discomfort of disavowal or ‘Privileged? Racist? Moi?’
Dr Harshad Keval explores the issue of race, power and deniability following a recent episode of Question Time.
Racism, society and Liam Neeson
Dr Harshad Keval explains how recent comments by the actor Liam Neeson need to be considered within context of racism and society.