Social Sciences

GEOGRAPHY - College of Arts and Sciences Geography Professor Emeritus Alexander Murphy received the prestigious 2026 Cullum Geographical Medal from the American Geography Society. The award is the organization’s most prestigious award and award — dating back to 1896 — and recognizes geographers who embody the spirit of exploration and enterprise.

DATA SCIENCE, ECONOMICS, POLITICAL SCIENCE - Some specific issues — from AI to immigration — are getting a lot of attention this midterm electoin. CAS faculty experts explain why.

NATURAL SCIENCES, SOCIAL SCIENCES, HUMANITIES — The annual sponsored research report highlights research projects across disciplines, from the Oregon Coast to Papua New Guinea.

FRENCH, GEOGRAPHY - Avery Daubert, a College of Arts and Sciences alumni, is a mountain biker blazing their own trail. As part of the University of Oregon's 150th anniversary, we look at the future generation — and Daubert is working to make sports sustainable and accessible for all. Daubert is pursuing a geography master’s program at Université Paris Cité in France.

HISTORY - College of Arts and Sciences history professor Vera Keller's 2024 book, “Curating the Enlightenment: Johann Daniel Major and the Experimental Century" received the prestigious Pfizer Award from the History of Science Society recognizing an outstanding book dealing with the history of science.

EARTH SCIENCES, ENVIRONMENTAL STUDIES - In recent years, wildfires have increasingly affected Oregon and much of western North America. Due to many factors including climate change and land management practices, wildfires are intensifying and becoming more common both within and beyond our region. At the University of Oregon, researchers across disciplines are turning wildfire science into practical tools, strategies, and partnerships that help communities prepare, respond and adapt.

Highlights from the June 15 University of Oregon College of Arts and Sciences commencement ceremonies at Autzen Stadium and Matthew Knight Arena.