Eric Bonds (ebonds)

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Professor of Sociology

Monroe Hall Room 224
ebonds@umw.edu
540-654-1505


Academic Degrees

B.S., University of Wyoming; M.A., Minnesota State University at Mankato; Ph.D., University of Colorado at Boulder

Eric Bonds, Professor of Sociology, has a Ph.D. from the University of Colorado at Boulder. He studies climate change and environmental inequality in Virginia, most recently focusing on data center development and the environmental footprint of artificial intelligence. He has published numerous peer-reviewed academic articles and two editions of a social issues textbook, along with regular contributions to "The Fredericksburg Advance" and other news sites. Professor Bonds teaches classes in social issues, environmental sociology, environmental justice and social theory.

Eric Bonds in the News

Bonds Quoted in Article by The Buffalo News

byAssociate Professor of Sociology Eric Bonds was quoted by The Buffalo News and WCVB in an article titled “AI data centers, explained: Why do tech companies request NDAs? What’s a moratorium?” The government parties involved in the NDAs vary, but can include an elected county leader, a city lawyer or Read more…

Bonds Discusses Data Centers in NPR Report

Professor of Sociology Eric Bonds was featured in an NPR report titled “NDAs Are Hiding Data Center Deals, Drawing Ire From Locals — and Attention From Lawmakers.” The report examines the use of nondisclosure agreements in data center development projects across the country. Bonds discussed research he conducted with a Read more…

Singh and Bonds Co-Author Column for FXBG Advance

Associate Professor of Political Science Ranjit Singh and Professor of Sociology Eric Bonds co-authored a column for the FXBG Advance, titled “The Corporate Environmental Blame Game.” In the commentary, they examine how public messaging around environmental responsibility can shift attention away from the broader environmental impacts of data center development, Read more…

Bonds Featured in Cardinal News on ICE Detention Data

Professor of Sociology Eric Bonds was featured in a Cardinal News article titled “New Tool Offers Transparency on Local Jails’ Cooperation With ICE and Creates New Opportunities for Public Engagement.” The article highlights the Deportation Data Project, which provides information about local and regional jails’ cooperation with U.S. Immigration and Read more…
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