2020 Sociology news

Research

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Waite's study finds a wage hierarchy in the Canadian labour market based on sexual orientation

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Haan reveals Statistics Canada data showing gender roles in Canadian homes reverberate through the labour market

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Margolis, Choi, Hou, and Haan use administrative data to reveal Canadian divorce trends

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Honours and Promotions

Lauren Barr

Lauren Barr honoured for teaching excellence

Entrances and Exits

Howard Ramos

In July 2020, the Department of Sociology will welcome Howard Ramos as professor and Department Chair

Yoko Yoshida

Yoko Yoshida is joining the Department of Sociology as an Associate Professor in July 2020.