Welcome to Sociology of Migration and Education!

The basic thematic orientation within education and migration research is summarized by the term superdiverse class society, i.e. a systematic focus on social inequality and diversity relationships as well as the associated areas of conflict and potential. One focus in the context of superdiversity is school, integration and discrimination research. In addition, the professorship has strong links to cultural and conflict sociology.

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04/01/2024

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04/16/2026

Presentation by Dr. Frerk Blome on inequalities in the German higher education and science system

Presentation by Dr. Frerk Blome as part of the UA Ruhr annual program Antidiscrimination 2026.

Event poster featuring colorful, overlapping blocks of yellow, green, blue, pink, and orange. On the right is the title “The Long Shadow of Social Background.” Below that: “Inequalities in the German Higher Education and Research System.” Dr. Frerk Blome is listed as the speaker. The event will take place online on May 6, 2026, from 12:00–1:00 p.m. At the bottom left is “UA Ruhr – 2026 Annual Program: Anti-Discrimination.” The design is modern and colorful.

03/30/2026

News from Sociology of Migration and Education - Dr. Frerk Blome contributes to a recent KURT article

New article on the reality of educationally advantaged individuals published.

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03/27/2026

Liesa Traupe as a guest at this year's spring academy of the UA Ruhr

A report on the Early Year Academy 2026 of the Research Academy of the University Alliance Ruhr (UA Ruhr)

Infographic for the UA Ruhr Research Academy’s “Spring Academy.” In the top left corner, a yellow, stylized lightbulb is depicted as a symbol of ideas. In large text, it reads: “Spring Academy – For a Great Start to Your Doctorate!” Below that: “March 24–26, 2026, UDE.” On the right is a text box with the question: “Is a doctoral dissertation the right choice for me? And if so, how do I get started and how do I structure my ‘PhD project’?” This is followed by a brief description of experts from the UA Ruhr and events featuring information sessions, testimonials, and workshops on the doctoral phase. At the bottom right are “Program & Registration by March 6” and a QR code. At the bottom are the logos of the participating universities (including UA Ruhr, RUB, TU Dortmund, and the University of Duisburg-Essen). The design features shades of blue and yellow and appears informative and inviting. Translated with DeepL.com (free version)

03/26/2026

ISO Colloquium: “An Authoritarian Turn? Emotions, Worldviews, and Radicalization”

The institute cordially invites guests and anyone interested.

Headline: “An Authoritarian Turn? Emotions, Worldviews, and Radicalization”

03/16/2026

Presentation by Dr. Anna Cornelia Reinhardt on Living Together in an Aging Society of Migration

Presentation by Dr. Anna Cornelia Reinhardt at the Spring Academy at the University of Ulm.

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03/16/2026

Dr. Katty Nöllenburg as a guest at a conflicta online talk

In an online talk, Dr. Katty Nöllenburg reports on her decades of experience as a mediator and social researcher.

Event graphic with a pink background and turquoise and orange design elements. In the top left corner, “CONFLICTA Conflict Forum” is written inside an orange circle. Centered in large black lettering: “Peace Mediation in Germany,” with the subtitle “Addressing seemingly irreconcilable value conflicts” below it. A portrait photo of a person is visible in the bottom right corner. Below the title is the text “With Katty Nöllenburg.” The design has a modern look and is eye-catching.

03/06/2026

Dr. Katty Nöllenburg presents parts of her dissertation at the seventh annual Motra conference

Dr. Katty Nöllenburg gave a presentation at the seventh Motra Annual Conference at the Fresenius University of Applied Sciences in Wiesbaden on March…

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further messages

Main areas of research:

Superdiversity in childhood and youth institutions
Regional educational disparities in the context of migration
Racism and discrimination research
Educational success and educational inequality