Sociology News 2017-2018

The Department of Sociology and the SIG “Belief Systems, Ethics and Philosophy in Education” of the Educational Studies Association of Ireland (ESAI) are organising a one-day international conference on “Religion in Irish Primary Schools”. The keynote speaker is Professor Thorsten Knauth (University Duisburg-Essen, Germany). The event is free of charge but please RSVP the Conference Coordinator: Professor Daniel Faas (daniel.faas@tcd.ie)

Austerity, Health and Children, Lecture by Sir Michael Marmot, Professor of Epidemiology at University College London, and President of the World Medical Association was held on February 5th 2018 (TRiCC).

Professor Daniel Faas from the Department of Sociology has recently been appointed visiting professor at Universidade de São Paulo, Beijing Foreign Studies University, and the University of the Philippines Diliman. The appointments will enhance existing research collaborations as well as support Trinity's Global Relations Strategy through engagements with top international high schools and universities.

Professor Daniel Faas from the Department of Sociology, together with Aimee Smith (QUB) and Merike Darmody (ESRI), has published a paper entitled "The role of principals in creating inclusive school environments: insights from community national schools in Ireland". The article highlights the importance of leadership in shaping school climate that promotes a sense of belonging for all the students.

The second intake of the joint MSc in Comparative Social Change, directed by Professor Daniel Faas, has commenced their studies today. 15 students from 5 countries will study key aspects of social change both in Trinity and UCD over the coming year.

The Sociology Department is delighted that David Cichon PhD Student is the winner of an IRC Competition. IRC awardees were invited to submit images from their research. The winning images will feature on the IRC website.