Simón Weffer
Scholarly Interests
My research interests are primarily concerned with the intersection of social stratification (in particular urban inequality) with collective action, protest and social movements. I am also interested in issues of racial/ethnic identity, race/ethnic relations, political sociology, collective efficacy, health disparities and immigration.
Courses Taught
- Race and Ethnicity
- Social Movements and Collective Behavior
- Sports and Society
- Latino and Latin American Civilization
Associate Professor
Director of Undergraduate Studies
sweffer@niu.edu
Office: Zulauf 808
Tel: 815-753-2516
Education
Ph.D. Stanford University
