Two important announcements

First, May 1st is the deadline for submitting papers in the Worldwide Sociology Competition for Junior Sociologists. The authors of up to 5 winning papers will receive a free trip to Yokohama. For details see http://www.isa-sociology.org/wcys/index.htm 

Second, May 30th is the deadline for nominations for the ISA's major new award for Excellence in Research and Practice. For details see http://www.isa-sociology.org/isa-award-for-excellence-in-research-and-practice.htm