(.PDF) A Second Chicago School?: The Development of a Postwar American Sociology
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The Chicago School of sociology refers to a group of sociologists associated with the University of Chicago in the early 20th century. This group, which included influential figures such as Robert Park, Ernest Burgess, and Herbert Blumer, is known for its emphasis on empirical research and the use of urban ecology as a framework for studying social phenomena. The Chicago School is also associated with a number of important theoretical contributions to sociology, including the concept of the "ecology of crime," which suggests that crime rates are influenced by the physical and social characteristics of urban neighborhoods.
After World War II, American sociology underwent significant changes and diversification, leading some to question whether a "second Chicago School" had emerged. This development was influenced by a number of factors, including the growth of large universities and the increasing influence of behavioral and quantitative research methods. It also reflected a shift in sociological focus away from urban issues and towards more general questions about social behavior and institutions.
Overall, the development of postwar American sociology was marked by a diverse range of theoretical and methodological approaches, reflecting the complex and dynamic nature of the discipline.