News

	Faculty awards
	12 Sociologists Recognized by the Class of 2009 for Making a Positive Difference in their Lives
	Professor Noonan's work on gender inequality gains national attention Professor Noonan has been interviewed for stories about the effect of moving on husband's and wives careers, the gender gap in lawyers making partner, and the effect of breastfeeding on career outcomes.
	Mary Smith Turned 60! (And Threw a Great Party) Mary Smith and friends, about 195 of them¸ took over the Coralville Marriot for an evening of friends, food, and fun!
	Professor Bianchi and Donna Lancianese Win the 2009 Sociology of Emotions Paper Award
	Professor Hitlin Organizes an NSF Workshop on the Sociology of Morality
	Professor Leicht's new book wins 2009 MSS Best Book Award
	UI sociologist wins award for outstanding legal education research
	Study finds recession associated with increases in minority victims of crime The victimization of both female and male blacks and Latinos increases during or after periods of economic recession, according to a study by Heimer and Lauritsen.
	What Do Men and Women Want in a Partner? Whelan and Boxer have been attracting press attention for their recent study of mate preferences.
	New Research on Law School Rankings Professor Sauder's new American Sociological Review piece is gaining national attention.
	UI Sociology Professor’s New Book Shatters Dating & Marriage Myths Professor Whelan's public sociology book gives advice to smart women.
	Iowa Sociology Department is Awarded the Seal of Excellence by Sociologists for Women in Society
	Sociologist named one of the 10 Best Jobs in America Today Jobsrated.com just named Sociologist the 8th best job in America.
	Two Iowa Sociologists Spearheading NSF-funded Symposium on Equality in Criminal Sentencing
	In Memoriam - James L. Price (1927-2008)
	Professor Publishes New Book on Morality and Conscience
	Professor Whelan’s Public Sociology Gets National Attention Professor Whelan's work on religious self-help books has received national attention.
	Note to graduating seniors portfolios and future plans survey
	Women Narrow Crime Victim Gender Gap
	New Award Honoring Retiring Professor is Presented at ISA
	Department Wins Funding for Portable Video Studio