Advancing Sociological Scholarship in the U.S. South
A diverse, inclusive community committed to excellence in research, teaching, and public engagement.
About the Society
Established in 1935, the Southern Sociological Society promotes the development of sociology as a profession and scientific discipline through high academic standards, effective teaching, rigorous research, and the diffusion of sociological knowledge.
We are committed to building a diverse, welcoming, and inclusive association. SSS embraces members across many dimensions of identity, background, and career stage, and actively works to ensure equitable practices and full participation.
Members convene each spring for our annual academic conference.
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Latest News
SSS 2025 in Charlotte, NC, Is One Week Away!
April 2, 2025
Here’s What You Need to Know. SSSers! It is a bit hard to believe, but, our annual meeting is just around the corner! In just one week we will be coming together for the 88th time as a Society. This time for President Dawn T. Robinson’s forward-looking and full-to-bursting program: “Sociology of the Future
President Robinson on SSS 2025
March 28, 2025
Dear SSS colleagues, Our opportunity to get together at the Southern Sociological Society meetings in Charlotte is now a couple weeks away. Are you excited? I am. It has been an absolute pleasure to work with Vice President Anthony Peguero, Executive Officer David Brunsma, Associate Executive Officer Elizabeth Roberts, and Recording Secretary Rhiannon Leebrick as
SSS 2025 CREM Minority-Serving Institution Travel Scholarship
March 26, 2025
The Southern Sociological Society and the Committee on Racial and Ethnic Minorities (CREM) is pleased to announce the availability of travel scholarships for support in attending the 2025 annual meeting in Charlotte, NC. These scholarships will be awarded on a competitive basis and are meant to assist faculty in defraying costs associated with attending the
Introducing the SSS 2025 Mobile App
March 21, 2025
We will be using Whova for our mobile app this year. As we no longer offer physical programs (although copies will be in each breakout room), attendees will want to download the mobile app for SSS 2025 in order to get the most out of your conference experience. Some highlights include: You can download the Whova app or access the
SSS Honors Winners Announcement
March 19, 2025
2025 SSS Awards Dear SSS Members, On behalf of the Committee on Honors, I am delighted to announce the 2025 Southern Sociological Society award recipients. We invite you to attend the Presidential Honors and Convocation event at the Annual Meeting (Friday 6-7:15pm) to offer congratulations and best wishes. Congratulations to all award winners! Distinguished Contributions to Teaching Award