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John Veugelers is a Professor of Sociology at the University of Toronto, specializing in colonialism, racialization, global migration, and political sociology. His research bridges sociology, history, and political science, focusing on right-wing extremism, immigration politics, and social movements in Europe and North America.
- Ph.D. from Princeton University
- Current projects examine neo-fascist activism in postwar Italy and its ties to mass parties and contentious action
His research interests include:
- Colonialism and its legacy
- Far-right political movements
- Social cleavages and electoral behavior
- Comparative political sociology
- Sociological theory
Recent publications analyze activist commitment in CasaPound, militant democracy in West Germany and Italy, and the political sociology of immigration policy. His work has been cited over 300 times, with a focus on Europe's radical right and post-industrial political shifts.
Scientific awards include:
- Outstanding Contribution to Scholarship Book Award, Political Sociology Section, American Sociological Association
- Outstanding Teaching Award, Faculty of Arts and Science, University of Toronto
Grants from the Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council of Canada (SSHRC) and visiting professorships across Europe, Asia, Africa, and the Middle East have supported his research. His teaching and leadership roles at the University of Toronto emphasize graduate supervision in political sociology.
