CLAS in the News
The Chinese Exclusion Act May Be in the Past, But Racism Still Drives Most Immigration Policies — Mother Jones
Upon the release of his new book, Undesirable Immigrants: Why Racism Persists in International Migration, political scientist Andrew S. Rosenberg discusses the racial biases that hide in plain sight in immigration policies and practices worldwide.
Probing the Red Planet: Finding Past Life at Jezero Crater — Space.com
As NASA's Perseverance Mars rover searches for signs of ancient microbial life, scientists including UF astrobiologist Amy Williams comment on the possibilities of the lines of evidence that await us.
Astronomers May Have Found the Galaxy’s Youngest Planet — The New York Times
Astronomer Jaehan Bae contributed to the recent discovery of one of the youngest planets ever found — perhaps the youngest.
Angle on America — CTV News
Political scientist Sharon Austin appears on the Canadian TV network to discuss Donald Trump's latest legal battles and Joe Biden's recent successes.
In Defense of Daydreaming — The New York Times
Researchers, including UF psychologist Erin Westgate, examine the benefits of "thinking for pleasure" by letting your mind wander.
When Coal First Arrived, Americans Said ‘No Thanks’ — Smithsonian Magazine
Historian Sean Adams offers insight into the development of coal as the nation's fuel source, contributing to a larger discussion on the country's current transition from fossil fuels to renewable energy sources.
Florida Artist to Memorialize UF Professor and Replace Confederate Statue — The Alligator
A county arts council selects George Gadson to create a Sankofa statue in honor of the late African American Studies senior lecturer Patricia Hilliard-Nunn.
Lost Cities of the Amazon Discovered From the Air — Smithsonian Magazine
Anthropologist Michael Heckenberger discusses new findings that reveal a sophisticated culture, boasting an urban city, once existed in the Bolivian Amazon.
Early Voting Surges as Georgia Watches for Impact of Election Law — The New York Times
As early voting turnout surges in Georgia's primary elections, Michael McDonald of the Department of Political Science offers his insights.
With Dusty Solar Panels, InSight’s Days on Mars Are Numbered — Wired
NASA's InSight lander recently made a huge discovery, but its mission may soon be over. Geologist Amy Williams comments on the risks of dust accumulation on InSight's solar panels.
Putin Allies’ Wealth Will Keep Him From Reviving USSR — Newsweek
In the wake of Russia's invasion of Ukraine, Bryon Moraski in the Department of Political Science offers his expertise on the likelihood of a return to Soviet-style economics.
Could people breathe the air on Mars? — The Conversation
Geology PhD candidate Phylindia Grant and Assistant Professor of Geology Amy J. Williams explain the inhospitable qualities of the Martian atmosphere and the new technologies NASA researchers are developing to address the challenges.
COVID infections hit 5,600 a day in Florida — Tampa Bay Times
As cases continue to rise, epidemiologist Thomas Hladish discusses his expectations for the pandemic this summer.
The Voter Turnout Gap May Be Even Bigger Than We Think — CNN Politics
Political scientist Michael McDonald comments on a new study that indicates the voter turnout gap may be even wider than previously thought.
The History of the Dark Liner, Light Lipstick Look that Defined the ’90s — Allure
Jillian Hernandez, associate professor in the Center for Gender, Sexualities and Women's Studies Research, offers her expertise on the cultural roots behind the makeup trends of the 1990s.
Is it OK to put dog poop in a neighbor’s trash? — Tampa Bay Times
Arina Pismenny and Duncan Purves of the Department of Philosophy offer ethical perspectives on a topic of contentious debate.
We Created the ‘Pandemicene’ — The Atlantic
Sadie Ryan of the Department of Geography remarks on a new study that urges for the preparation for future pandemics in the face of climate change.
Descending Into Florida’s Underwater Caves — The New York Times
Alumnus Jason Gulley (Geological Sciences PhD '10) takes a deep dive into the heart of Florida freshwater springs — offering a glimpse of successful restoration work.
Ketanji Brown Jackson’s career paved by trailblazing Black women judges — The Conversation
Political scientist Sharon Austin discusses the early trailblazing Black women judges who set the stage for Ketanji Brown Jackson's success.
Bourbon, Blues, And Black History — Forbes
UF archaeologist and alumna Kathleen A. Deagan recounts the little-known but incredible history of Fort Mose as an African-American haven, in the heart of the first free black town in America.