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.