Highlights from 2025

As we gather with family and friends this holiday season, please
revisit a few of the many recent accomplishments in the Division of the Social Sciences. Through these podcasts, videos, and other resources, these highlights offer insights into recent research and discoveries by our community of scholars.

I wish you and yours a Happy New Year.
Amanda Woodward
Dean, Division of the Social Sciences 
William S. Gray Distinguished Service Professor 
Department of Psychology

Professors John List and Rob Shimer (Economics) discuss teaching the world to think like an economist Listen Here

Shigehiro Oishi (Psychology) discusses psychological richness and its connection to fulfillment. Listen Here

Faculty from SSD, Law, and Harris discuss the balance of power in the Battle of the Branches series. Watch here

Ada Palmer (History) discusses Inventing the Renaissance. Watch here

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Social science research in action
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Why MACSS?
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Understanding Economics: Speed Round
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James Evans (Sociology) explains why he’s pushing for AIs that think differently from us. Listen Here

Marc Berman (Psychology) discusses how to use nature to restore your focus. Listen Here

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Elijah Jenkins (BA RDI LLS; MA CIR) named Marshall Scholar
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Tori Harris (BA Anthro, Creative Writing) named Rhodes Scholar
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College students explore the legacy of UChicago Anthropology
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2025 Hagel Lecture explores America's Role in the World: Prospects for Peace and Stability. Watch here

June Convocation recognizes PhD and MA graduates View Gallery

Eve Ewing (RDI) explores the role of schools in America and a better way forward. Listen Here

2025 SSD Faculty Books Read here

Revisiting Season One of Dialogo, the Division’s alumni podcast. Listen Here

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