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Want to be a Research Assistant?
Mar 25, 2025

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...

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
Mar 24, 2025

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

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Oh, the Places you Will Go!: Sociology Graduate Success & Advice
Feb 24, 2025

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

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
Jan 22, 2025

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...

CAS Corps member Sophie Davis is a junior sociology major from Mars Hill. Photo submitted

CAS Corps Feature: Sophie Davis
Dec 8, 2024

CAS Corps member Sophie Davis is a junior sociology major from Mars Hill....

To Intern or Not to Intern? That's Not the Question
Nov 18, 2024

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...

Augusta Scruggs is a junior sociology major from Oxford, MS. Photo submitted

SAFE Student Spotlight: Augusta Scruggs
Nov 6, 2024

Augusta Scruggs, a junior sociology major from Oxford, MS, received a Fall 2023 Student and Faculty Excellence (SAFE) grant to present her poster at t...

Applied Sociology Students Take On Two New Projects Fall Semester
Oct 31, 2024

This year, our Fall 2024 class of Applied Sociology, under the supervision of Dr Freeland, has been tasked with two new projects to tackle hands-on. A...

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Sociology Club Works to Expand Their Reach
Oct 31, 2024

Sociology Club is a student-led organization committed to society through group discussions, volunteer programs, and fundraising opportunities. It is ...

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Two New Faculty Join the Department of Sociology this Fall!
Aug 22, 2024

The Department of Sociology is happy to welcome two new faculty members this Fall. Dr. Anna Holleman will be an assistant professor and will focus on ...