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.
Anti-South Asian Rhetoric in the Media and Real Consequences
The U.S. has seen waves of nativism throughout the years. Nativism is the ideology or
Education and the Poverty Trap
Over the last several decades, theories on where the poverty trap stems from have circulated.
Routine activities and critical victimology: The Boston Marathon Bombing
On April 15, 2013, at approximately 2:49 PM, tragedy struck the 117th Annual Boston Marathon
How South Park’s Seasons 27 and 28 Became a Sociology Textbook
For decades, South Park has been more than just a crude cartoon; it’s arguably the most resonant piece
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Religion as a Weapon and a Shield
Religion has been a big part of many Americans’ lives since the first Europeans’ arrival in the New World. This is evident in the Pledge of Allegiance, many of us grew up repeating daily in
Netflix’s Adolescence: Theories Behind Teen Turmoil and Crime
In the 21st century, social media and digital spaces have started to blur the line between the concepts of influence and indoctrination. In Netflix’s limited series Adolescence, writers have managed to morph the viewer’s experience
Comics: An Unlikely Vehicle for Autistic Representation
Comics can be easier to access than dry text alone. The use of visuals and humor can help get an idea across more effectively than content without visuals. Comics can also be a source of