Liu Jiaqi

LIU Jiaqi is an Assistant Professor of Sociology and Lee Kong Chian Fellow at the School of Social Sciences (SOSS), Singapore Management University. His research bridges political sociology, international migration, global sociology, and digital technologies. He holds a PhD from the University of California San Diego, a JD from the University of Arizona, and a Master of International Affairs from Sciences Po Paris.

Research Interests:

• Political Sociology of Migration
• Global & Transnational Sociological Frameworks
• Law and Digital Societies
• Comparative-Historical Research Methods

His work has earned five Best Article Awards and two Honorable Mentions from the American Sociological Association. Current research focuses on diaspora-state dynamics in China’s geopolitical expansion, particularly how migrants navigate rising global tensions.

Awards:

• 5× Best Article Award (ASA)
• 2× Honorable Mention (ASA)

His teaching includes Intro to Sociological Theory, emphasizing critical engagement with foundational concepts. Research further explores digital technology’s impact on transnational communities and legal frameworks shaping migrant citizenship.