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Congrats to our Spring 2024 Outstanding Sociology Seniors!
Apr 22, 2024

On April 19, 2024, the Department of Sociology and the College of Arts and Sciences recognized six outstanding sociology seniors. Students who receive...

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Four Sociology Seniors Successfully Defend their Honors Theses
Apr 22, 2024

Over the last two weeks, sociology seniors have been busy finishing their original research projects for their Capstone and honors requirements. Four ...

Dr. Robert Freeland, assistant professor in the Department of Sociology

SAFE Faculty Spotlight: Dr. Robert Freeland
Feb 8, 2024

Dr. Freeland received a Spring 2023 Student and Faculty Excellence (SAFE) grant to support data collection for his study titled "Political Affiliation...

Dr. Cameron Lippard ’98, chair of Appalachian State University's Department of Sociology

Dr. Cameron Lippard ’98 Honored With OIED Global Leadership Award
Dec 20, 2023

BOONE, N.C. — Dr. Cameron Lippard ’98, chair of Appalachian State University's Department of Sociology, is the recipient of the 202...

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Dr. Johnnie Lotesta Inducted into the CAS Academy of Outstanding Teachers
Nov 3, 2023

BOONE, N.C. — Each year, Appalachian State University’s College of Arts and Sciences (CAS) recognizes several members of the faculty and...

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Sociology Major Samantha Massey Becomes a CAS Corps Member
Nov 3, 2023

The College of Arts and Sciences (CAS) Corps are chosen to serve as representatives to all constituents of CAS and to create, promote and execute oppo...

Dr. Ellen Lamont, associate professor in Appalachian State University's Department of Sociology

Dr. Ellen Lamont Challenges Traditional Gender Roles on "Munk Debates" Podcast
Oct 9, 2023

BOONE, N.C. — Dr. Ellen Lamont, associate professor in Appalachian State University's Department of Sociology, is featured on the Septembe...

Rodrigo Dorfman is a Chilean-born, Latino visual storyteller and community activist known for his work documenting the Great Latino Migration to the American South. Photo by Rodrigo Dorfman (rodrigodorfman.com).

September 26: "The Making of the Nuevo South" with Rodrigo Dorfman
Sep 13, 2023

BOONE, N.C. — Appalachian State University's Center for Appalachian Studies, Department of Interdisciplinary Studies, Department of S...

App State Sociology Welcomes Dr. Ruth Carmi
Aug 31, 2023

Dr. Ruth Carmi joined the department in 2023. Her research and teaching focus on intersectionality, gender & sexuality, law and society, and peace...

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Sociology Welcomes Assistant Professor for Fall 2023
Aug 29, 2023

Dr. Elizabeth Trudeau joined the department in 2023. She particularly focuses on research and teaching in the areas of criminology, gender & sexua...