Sociology Professor Joins Prestigious Writers Group
Jun 25, 2021
Dr. Martha McCaughey, professor in the Department of Sociology, has become a member of the Heterodox Academy's Writers Group, a nonprofit or...
Senior citizen volunteers support fellow local community members through AmeriCorps Seniors programs
Apr 16, 2021
Each year, AmeriCorps Seniors engages more than 200,000 older adults in volunteer service programs enriching the lives of volunteers and ben...
Dr. Cameron Lippard Receives the Martin L. Levin Distinguished Service Award from the Southern Sociological Society
Mar 22, 2021
Dr. Cameron Lippard is the 2021 recipient of the Southern Sociological Society's (SSS) Martin L. Levin Distinguished Service Award. As noted in the or...
The Department Welcomes A New Faculty Member - Jon Gordon
Mar 9, 2021
The Department of Sociology is excited to welcome new assistant professor, Jon Gordon, this fall! Jon's research focuses on the interconnections betwe...
The Department Welcomes A New Faculty Member - Dr. Johnnie Lotesta
Mar 9, 2021
The Department of Sociology is excited to welcome new assistant professor, Dr. Johnnie Lotesta, this fall! Johnnie is a political and cultural sociolo...
Project Star has Stellar Year in Assisting Local Seniors
Feb 18, 2021
For the past 18 years, Appalachian Senior Programs has sponsored Project Star for disadvantaged senior citizens in Ashe County....
Dr. Felicia Arriaga publishes timely article on social issues during COVID-19
Sep 17, 2020
So far, 2020 has seen the emergence and strengthening of various social movements. More than ever, there are discussions of what our society can impro...
Sociology Welcomes Dr. Wright as a New Assistant Professor
Jul 8, 2020
The Department of Sociology welcomes Dr. Matthew Wright as a new assistant professor at Appalachian State University. Dr. Wright completed his P...
Sociology Welcomes Dr. Juhee Woo as one of our New Assistant Professors
Jul 8, 2020
The Department of Sociology welcomes Dr. Juhee Woo to Appalachian State University as one of our new assistant professors. Dr. Woo is originally ...
Dr. Felicia Arriaga Receives a 2020 Chancellor's Innovation Grant
May 19, 2020
BOONE, N.C. — Five winning entries by Appalachian State University faculty and staff have been announced for the 2020 Chancellor’s Innovation...