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Craig Calhoun is University Professor of Social Sciences at Arizona State University with joint appointments across multiple schools including the School of Politics and Global Studies, School of Sustainability, Thunderbird School of Global Management, and School for the Future of Innovation in Society. He holds leadership roles as a Senior Global Futures Scientist and Senior Fellow at the Center for the Study of Religion and Conflict.
- Education: D.Phil. in Politics, Sociology, and History from Oxford University
- Previous Positions: Director of London School of Economics, President of Social Science Research Council
Calhoun’s research spans social movements, democracy, nationalism, and globalization. His work examines the intersection of technology, capitalism, and social solidarity, with a focus on democratic renewal and sustainable futures. Recent publications emphasize the crisis of liberal democracy, social transformation, and the role of public sphere in political systems.
His 15 most recent works (2017-2024) address themes like democratic erosion, cosmopolitanism, capitalism's future, and religion's societal role. These articles demonstrate interdisciplinary engagement with political theory, historical sociology, and contemporary global challenges.
Scientific Honors: Elected Fellow of British Academy, American Association for Advancement of Science, and American Philosophical Society. Additional recognition includes Einstein Fellowship from Berlin and honorary professorships.
With over 114 scholarly outputs, Calhoun’s work focuses on democracy's challenges, social solidarity, and university futures. He has advised 50+ doctoral students across institutions and maintains editorial leadership in key academic works.
