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Celebrating 75 years!

A multi-and inter- disciplinary research center celebrating 75 experience, the SSRC promotes, enhances, and facilitates social science research and scholarly activities.

Join us on Thursday, November 6 from 2-4 pm for a reception to recognize new research fellows and hear highlights of our ongoing work!

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Our Expertise

Our range of interdisciplinary involvement includes partnerships that go beyond the traditional social sciences. Discover how we could collaborate with you.

Our Partners

Our work touches regions and people groups around the globe working with agencies and foundations at a state, federal, and international level.

Our Products

Each research project produces publications, reports, and other final products. Check out a selection of our latest releases here!

About Us

Learn about the history of the center, our partners & sponsors, our current leadership, and employment opportunities.

Our People

Our team consists of over 200 faculty, researchers, staff, and students. Learn a little about each and how to contact them.

News & Media

Our communication team provides regular project and center updates through The Chronicles, news releases, feature stories, and our annual reports.

The Chronicles

Check out the SSRC's monthly newsletter.

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July & August 2025 Chronicles

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