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Challenging Racial Inequality
The recent tragedy of George Floyd’s death and the nation-wide protests that have followed show us, as sociologists, that we still have a lot of work to do. We study power dynamics and inequality in society, both of which played a central role in the death of George Floyd and the uprising that f
June 1, 2020 -
Mississippi State Sociologist Margaret Hagerman interviewed on ABC’s Good Morning America about racism and children
Dr. Hagerman was interviewed for a piece on how parents can talk to their kids about racism and the George Floyd protests.
June 1, 2020 -
Dr. Margaret Ralston Receives Research Award in Social and Behavioral Sciences
Dr. Margaret L. Ralston is receiving the Research Award in Social and Behavioral Sciences. To read the full article please click the following link.
May 29, 2020 -
Spring 2020 AKD Inductees
Congratulations and welcome to our Spring 2020 AKD Inductees!
May 26, 2020 -
Walker Weels Forward to Address Social Disparities in Health
Ben Walker, a graduate student in the department, has began researching social disparities in the healthcare system during the pandemic.
May 18, 2020 -
DeJuanay Hunter Places In Poetry Contest
Mississippi State University Libraries held its 1st Annual Undergrad Poetry Contest this spring as part of its National Poetry Month celebration. Submissions for the contest were accepted until April 1, 2020. Poems were submitted by students from many different University departments. DeJuanay
May 4, 2020 -
Congratulations to all Graduates!
On behalf of the faculty from Sociology, Criminology, and Social Work, I want to congratulate the spring 2020 graduates on accomplishing this milestone! As one famous quote says: “Be the change that you wish to see in the world.”
May 1, 2020 -
Criminology and Sociology Undergraduates Honored with Departmental Awards
Outstanding Sociology Undergraduate Award: Emily Tingle
April 29, 2020 -
Sociology Graduate Students Honored with Departmental Awards
The sociology department is proud to honor our outstanding graduate students with the following awards: Outstanding Graduate Teaching Assistant Award: Courtney Windhorn
April 27, 2020 -
Sociology Students Successfully Defend Honor’s Theses
Ben MackinTitle of Thesis: A Content Analysis of Newspaper Coverage of ICE Raids of Mississippi Poultry PlantsAdvisor: Dr. Holli Seitz (Communications)Committee: Dr. Diego Thompson (Sociology), Dr. Anastasia Elder (Honors)
April 24, 2020