Faculty Spotlight

Dr. Ellen Lamont, associate professor in Appalachian State University's Department of Sociology, is the co-author of a recent paper published in Social Currents. Photo by University Communications.

SAFE Fund supports study by Dr. Ellen Lamont

BOONE, N.C. — Dr. Ellen Lamont, associate professor in Appalachian State University's Department of Sociology, is the co-author of a recent paper pu...

To Intern or Not to Intern? That's Not the Question

Internships are required if you are seeking a B.S. degree in sociology (a major with a concentration). Internships can be completed in the fall, sprin...

Dr. Ellen Lamont

Dr. Ellen Lamont Receives UNC Board of Governors Teaching Excellence Award

BOONE, N.C. — Appalachian State University recognized 27 students, faculty and staff at its second annual Awards of Distinction ceremony, honoring t...

Student and Alumni Spotlight

Emma Rogers

App State Sociology Students at the Southern Sociological Conference

The Southern Sociological Society (SSS) held its 2025 Annual Meeting from April 9–12 at the Sheraton Charlotte in Charlotte, North Carolina. Centere...

Want to be a Research Assistant?

Delaney Potts talks about her work as a research assistant with Dr. Trudeau :As a research assistant for Professor Trudeau, I analyze how the media po...

App State Graduation

Oh, the Places you Will Go!: Sociology Graduate Success & Advice

App State Sociology offers a research-driven, impact-focused curriculum that prepares our students for success. Whether you aspire to lead innovative ...

General News

In the Foster Grandparent Program, volunteers assist children in need of academic attention by providing one-on-one classroom assistance. Photo submitted

Foster Grandparent Program celebrates 45 years with Governor's Award nomination

BOONE, N.C. — Appalachian State University's award-winning Foster Grandparent Program, a subprogram of Appalachian Senior Programs (ASP), is celebra...

Dr. Ellen Lamont, associate professor in Appalachian State University's Department of Sociology, is the co-author of a recent paper published in Social Currents. Photo by University Communications.

SAFE Fund supports study by Dr. Ellen Lamont

BOONE, N.C. — Dr. Ellen Lamont, associate professor in Appalachian State University's Department of Sociology, is the co-author of a recent paper pu...

To Intern or Not to Intern? That's Not the Question

Internships are required if you are seeking a B.S. degree in sociology (a major with a concentration). Internships can be completed in the fall, sprin...