CHSS Digest

December 7, 2021

CHSS Digest December 7, 2021
This edition of the CHSS Digest is the final one of the semester, and I can't let it slip by without adding my deep gratitude for the continuing commitment you have shown to our students. I appreciate your energy, your leadership, and your thoughtful presence in our college's community, and send wishes to all for good health and a relaxing break.
 
With all good wishes,
Ann Ardis
 
Announcements & Resources
Social Science Research Council announces Just Tech fellowships

Social Science Research Council announces Just Tech fellowships

The Social Science Research Council has announced the Just Tech fellowship, a remote, two-year, full-time research fellowship considering injustices emerging from new technologies and identifying solutions that advance social, political, and economic rights. Public information session December 9.

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Presidential Awards for Faculty Excellence: new categories, nominations open

Presidential Awards for Faculty Excellence: new categories, nominations open

Mason's Presidential Awards for Faculty Excellence will be expanded this spring, to include separate awards for faculty at different stages of their careers. Nominations are due by February 4.

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Faculty publication: Rashmi Sadana's Moving City

Faculty publication: Rashmi Sadana's Moving City

Associate Professor Rashmi Sadana, Department of Sociology and Anthropology, has published The Moving City: Scenes from the Delhi Metro and the Social Life of Infrastructure (University of California Press, 2021).

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Instructional Guidelines & Support
How to promote your class

How to promote your class

Developing your course section listing and preparing promotional materials is a quick and easy process, and is a chance to show students that this topic is one of both interest and of value to them.  

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Research News
Lisa Eckenwiler named a Hastings Center Fellow

Lisa Eckenwiler named a Hastings Center Fellow

Philosophy professor Lisa Eckenwiler has been invited to join the Hastings Center's community of Fellows. The Hastings Center, a nonpartisan, nonprofit organization, is one of the leading and most prestigious bioethics centers in the world.  Eckenwiler's work focuses on global health inequities, refugees, migrants and other vulnerable populations, and humanitarian health ethics. 

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View recordings from the Fall 2021 NIH Virtual Seminar on Program Funding and Grants Administration

View recordings from the Fall 2021 NIH Virtual Seminar on Program Funding and Grants Administration

The NIH Office of Extramural Research (OER) held their Fall 2021 Virtual Seminar on Program Funding and Grants Administration on November 1-4, 2021. This event served to "help demystify the application and review process, clarify Federal regulations and policies, and highlight current areas of special interest or concern."

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RESCHEDULED TO 2022: Special CHSS Research Virtual Coffee on the Narrative of Productive Failure

RESCHEDULED TO 2022: Special CHSS Research Virtual Coffee on the Narrative of Productive Failure

The CHSS Research Virtual Coffee on the Narrative of Productive Failure, originally scheduled for December 8, 2021, has been RESCHEDULED for a 2022 date to be determined. More information will be provided when available.

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Learn about Mason's Research Institutes and opportunities to get involved

On December 1, 2021, CHSS Research hosted Introduction to Mason's Research Institutes, an event that featured presentations from the executive directors of Mason's three research institutes: Institute for Digital Innovation (IDIA), Institute for Biohealth Innovation (IBI), and Institute for Sustainable Earth (ISE). The event was recorded.

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Featured funding opportunities for December 7, 2021

Each edition of the CHSS Digest features upcoming funding opportunities. In this issue: Social Science Research Council Just Tech Fellowship, National Endowment for the Humanities Media Projects, National Science Foundation Advancing Informal STEM Learning (AISL), and National Science Foundation Mid-Career Advancement (MCA)

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CHSS in the Media

In the New York Times, Tyler Cowen discusses Meta as an "antimonopoly"

In a New York Times audio production, economics professor Tyler Cowen argues against breaking up Meta, the parent company of Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp.

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Financial Post cites Alex Tabarrok on the politicization of medicine

An opinion piece in the Financial Post quotes a Marginal Revolution blog post where economics professor Alex Tabarrok comments on the American Medical Association’s recently-published language guide for advancing health equity, and the politicization of medicine.

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In the Washington Post, John Turner comments on Utah newspaper rivalry

In a Washington Post article on the 150-year rivalry between the Deseret News and the Salt Lake Daily Tribune, John Turner, chair and professor in the Department of Religious Studies, comments on the Tribune's hostility towards early Latter-day Saints leader Brigham Young.

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On PBS, Charles Chavis comments on Maryland's truth and reconciliation process

On the PBS Newshour, Charles Chavis, interim director, African and African-American Studies program and assistant professor of conflict analysis and resolution, discusses Maryland's move to acknowledge its history of lynching and racial violence.

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HR News
Congratulations to CHSS employees graduating in fall 2021!

Congratulations to CHSS employees graduating in fall 2021!

A shout-out to the college's staff members who are graduating next week!

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Events & Deadlines

FRDA Info Session

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The CHSS Faculty Research and Development Awards (FRDA) Career Development category deadline is February 4th, 2022. Please join us for a short information session.

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George Mason University Winter Graduation 2021: Patriot Procession

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Students not participating in the Winter Graduation ceremony on December 16 may register for the Patriot Procession, which takes place on December 14-15. This is an informal opportunity for a walk across the stage, a photo, and celebration with family and friends.

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CHSS Inclusive Excellence Coffee Hour #2

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Please join us for an informal discussion on the CHSS Inclusive Excellence (IE) plan. This is an opportunity to ask questions and provide input on our collective work.

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George Mason University Winter Graduation 2021: Bachelor's and Master's Degree Graduates

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George Mason University's Winter Graduation ceremony for CHSS bachelor's and master's degree graduates is on Thursday, December 16, 2021, at EagleBank Arena. The ceremony for CHSS, the Schar School, the Carter School, the College of Visual and Performing Arts, and the Antonin Scalia Law School will take place at 10:00 am.

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George Mason University Winter Graduation 2021: Doctoral Ceremony

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George Mason University will hold Winter Graduation ceremony for all doctoral graduates on Thursday, December 16, 2021, in the Concert Hall in the Center for the Arts.

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