UArizona College of Social and Behavioral Sciences

10/09/2026

AI can write emails, tell stories and even make us laugh. But does that mean it truly understands language?

This , we're highlighting Sandiway Fong, director of the Human Language Technology Program in the Department of Linguistics

In our SBS AI Series, Fong explores what makes human language so remarkable, how artificial intelligence is changing our understanding of it, and why the ability to generate words isn't necessarily the same as thinking.

As AI becomes part of our everyday lives, understanding what makes us human is more important than ever.

Can AI ever truly understand language the way humans do?

University of Arizona Linguistics Department The University of Arizona

SBS AI Series | Q&A with Sandiway Fong: Human Language and AI Sept. 28, 2026 Image Artificial intelligence is changing rapidly, but understanding its impact requires looking beyond the technology itself. Across the College of Social and Behavioral Sciences, our faculty are examining AI through the l...

10/08/2026

Celebrate 100 years of Bear Down at University of Arizona Homecoming 2026! Join fellow SBS alumni, students, faculty and friends as we come together to celebrate the connections, memories and Wildcat pride that make our community special.

2026 Homecoming Weekend | Oct. 22–24

We hope to see you on campus for a weekend of celebration and connection!
The University of Arizona Arizona Alumni

2026 Homecoming Weekend | Oct. 22-24Being a Wildcat means being part of a deeply connected community. This year, as we celebrate 100 years of Bear Down, the College of Social & Behavioral Sciences invites you to return home and celebrate the resilience, pride and shared purpose that defines that com...

10/05/2026

Last Friday, we celebrated our incredible students and their impressive academic achievements at the SBS Honors Recognition Celebration!
Congratulations to all of our outstanding students on this well-deserved achievement! Your hard work and dedication deserve to be celebrated.

The University of Arizona School of Global Studies UofA Sociology University of Arizona Department of History University of Arizona School of Journalism University of Arizona School of Geography, Development & Environment School of Government & Public Policy

10/02/2026

As AI continues to evolve, so do the ethical questions surrounding its use.
This week, we're featuring Trevor Hedberg, associate professor of practice in Philosophy, who explores AI ethics, fairness, accountability and the responsibilities we have as AI users.
Read the full Q&A to learn how philosophy can help us navigate the challenges of AI.

The University of Arizona The University of Arizona W. A. Franke Honors College

SBS AI Series | Q&A with Trevor Hedberg: Ethics and AI Sept. 24, 2026 Image Artificial intelligence is changing rapidly, but understanding its impact requires looking beyond the technology itself. Across the College of Social and Behavioral Sciences, our faculty are examining AI through the lenses o...

10/01/2026

Check out the latest issue of our research newsletter, SBS Impact. In this issue, we explore how SBS faculty are studying the impact of artificial intelligence on our lives and using AI to facilitate important discoveries. Together, We Navigate an AI World.
University of Arizona Office of Research & Partnerships The University of Arizona

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09/25/2026

We’re celebrating five SBS faculty members who received 2026 University of Arizona Luminaries Outstanding Faculty Awards!
Congratulations to Anna Ochoa O’Leary, Brian Mayer, Elizabeth Oglesby, Andrea Gerlak and Louise Roth for being recognized for their excellence in teaching, research, outreach, leadership and mentoring.
From environmental health and human rights to migration, mentoring, teaching and research on gender and health, their work demonstrates the many ways SBS faculty make an impact at the University and beyond.
Help us congratulate our outstanding faculty!
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The University of Arizona UofA Sociology School of Global Studies University of Arizona - Mexican American Studies Udall Center for Studies in Public Policy

Luminaries: Five SBS Faculty Receive 2026 University Awards of Distinction Monday Image Congratulations to our five SBS professors who have received prestigious Luminaries Outstanding Faculty Awards in 2026 from the University of Arizona in recognition of excellence in teaching, research, leadership...

09/18/2026

Meet Chris Lukinbeal, geography professor and founding director of the GIST Program! Explore his innovative research, from Cosmic Explorer to film geography, and how he prepares students for real-world challenges.

The University of Arizona University of Arizona School of Geography, Development & Environment GIST Programs University of Arizona

Meet Chris Lukinbeal, professor of geography and founding director ...

09/11/2026

Congratulations to Rain Liu, recipient of the SBS International Research Award!

Rain Liu, assistant professor in the Department of Communication, is being recognized for her outstanding contributions to international research and scholarship.

Through more than a decade of international fieldwork, her research explores how culture shapes communication, environmental stewardship and social decision-making across cultures and national contexts. 🌎

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The University of Arizona

09/05/2026

09/04/2026

: Meet Hsain Ilahiane!
Hsain Ilahiane, professor of Middle Eastern and North African Studie sand associate director of the School of Global Studies,, brings a unique perspective to the conversation about artificial intelligence.
In the first Q&A of our new AI series, Ilahiane explores how culture, politics and local knowledge shape the way AI is developed and used—and asks important questions about whose knowledge is represented and who gets to shape AI’s future.

The University of Arizona UA School of Middle Eastern and North African Studies School of Global Studies

SBS AI Series | Q&A with Hsain Ilahiane: How Culture Shapes AI Aug. 27, 2026 Image Artificial intelligence is changing rapidly, but understanding its impact requires looking beyond the technology itself. Across the College of Social and Behavioral Sciences, our faculty are examining AI through the l...