Conference Program

NOW THAT YOU KNOW ABOUT THE PROGRAM, DON’T FORGET… 

Register Early to Save Some Cash! 

Take advantage of the reduced registration and hotel costs by registering and booking early! To join, renew your dues, or check the status of your membership, log in to your SSS Member PortalPreregistration will close on March 6, 2026, so don’t miss out! 

Time to Book your Hotel Room! 

Book your room at the Hyatt Regency Jacksonville Riverfront using this link. Web-based reservations are preferred, but you may also call (888) 861-8331 to reserve a room. Mention that it is for the “Southern Sociological Society 2026 Conference,” and provide the Group Code G-SSS6. 

The SSS conference rate is $199/night. The deadline for booking within the SSS Annual Meeting room block rate is March 16, 2026. However, the room block often fills up well before this cut-off date. 

Not a Member Yet? 

Per SSS policy, all authors who appear on the program must be current dues-paying members. Please pay your dues now so you can enjoy the full membership benefits of SSS all year. We also strongly encourage you to pre-register for the meeting. The cut-off date for pre-registration rates is March 6, 2026. Those who wait until after this date will have to register and pay dues on-site, where the fees are higher. To renew your membership and register for the annual conference, visit our membership portal by clicking here