Welcome to In the News where the UITAC team and expert contributors take recent events in the news and relate them back to social science concepts, theories, and perspectives. From pop culture events to global organization, this blog site is a one-stop-shop for all things current events with social science application.
Beyond Self-Care: Sociological Call to Address Racial Battle Fatigue
Racial battle fatigue (RBF) is often framed as an individual problem, something to be managed
The Texas Phone Ban from a Sociological Perspective
On June 20, 2025, Texas Governor Greg Abbott signed the Texas House Bill 1481 into
Religion as a Weapon and a Shield
Religion has been a big part of many Americans’ lives since the first Europeans’ arrival
Netflix’s Adolescence: Theories Behind Teen Turmoil and Crime
In the 21st century, social media and digital spaces have started to blur the line
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Drifting Away from Humanities: How Leaving Out the Humanities is a Mistake for Our Future
In our current day and age, the role of technology is as intertwined in our everyday lives as our daily cup of coffee or tea. The need for a steady supply of STEM (science, technology,
Rethinking Retirement: The Rise of Encore Careers and Multi-Stage Lives
For decades, the image of retirement has been a serene one with endless days on the beach, leisurely rounds of golf, or perhaps finally tackling that overflowing reading list. It’s been painted as a golden
Siblings Keep You Healthy?
Health — a state of complete physical, mental, and social well-being, and not merely the absence of disease or infirmity — is so important that it has its own day! World Health Day, celebrated on