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 President Dawn T. Robinson on SSS 2025
February 24, 2025
Dear SSS Members: The Annual Meetings of the Southern Sociological Society are just around the corner now. If we ever needed the chance to engage with each other as a community – we do now. I am so looking forward to being together with you there. Program Chair, Lisa Walker, and her stellar Program Committee
One Week until the Pre-Registration Deadline for SSS 2025!
February 22, 2025
SSSers, I literally cannot wait to see you all in Charlotte! This communication serves as a friendly reminder to everyone that the deadline to pre-register for the conference is one week away, March 1st at midnight (EST). Beginning on March 2nd, registration fees will increase for all membership categories. Additionally, this is the deadline for refunds—no
Recognizing Recently Published Books at SSS 2025
February 19, 2025
SSS Family, At the 2025 Annual Meeting, the Justice, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (JEDI) Committee will recognize recently published books by or about historically marginalized groups. The committee will also host a free raffle to give away donated books to graduate students and first-time attendees. If you are interested and willing to donate one copy of your book, please email
Job Opportunity: Assistant Professor of Sociology, University of Arkansas
February 13, 2025
Job Title: Assistant Professor of SociologyDepartment/School: Department of Sociology and CriminologyLocation: Fayetteville, ARStart date: August 11, 2025 Position Summary: The Department of Sociology and Criminology in the Fulbright College of Arts and Sciences at the University of Arkansas invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor of Sociology with a joint appointment in Latin American/Latino Studies,
Two Opportunities at SSS 2025 to Meet the Candidates
February 11, 2025
Hello SSSers, You are invited to two events that will give you the opportunity to meet the candidates at SSS 2025 ahead of our upcoming election in May. The first event is during the Welcome Reception on Wednesday, 5:30-8:30 pm, CJs. This is an informal meet and greet networking event that will feature live music and a jam session.