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Bear News One On One with Harmony Newman "Power, Systems, and Belonging"

This segment of Bear News One on One features a deep dive into the roles and perspectives of Harmony Newman, a key figure in both the classroom and the university's leadership. In this interview, host Jalen Lee discusses the complexities of academic leadership, the evolution of sociology, and the current challenges facing the university community. In This Episode: Defining the "Chair" Roles: Harmony Newman explains the difference between being a Department Chair—focusing on student support and curriculum—and being the Chair of the Faculty Senate, which gives faculty a voice on the President’s Cabinet. The Power of Sociology: Learn why Harmony fell in love with a discipline that provides a language for understanding inequality, power, and identity. The Evolution of the Field: A look at how sociology has shifted toward being more interdisciplinary, intersectional, and action-oriented, incorporating diverse data like storytelling and lived experiences. Navigating Challenges: Harmony addresses the difficult reality of declining resources and the impact of recent layoffs on campus morale. Building Belonging: A discussion on the importance of community and how students thrive best when they feel seen and supported within the university.