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
Opportunities for Exhibiting, Advertising, and Engaging at SSS 2024
November 13, 2023
Good day SSSers. I would like for you to consider the ways you can make your work, your programs, and your organizations visible at SSS 2024. There are a variety of ways, and, indeed, we are always open to new ideas and working with members, their publishers, and a myriad of organizations. Tabling/Exhibiting/Advertising at SSS
TSS Volume 55, Number 1 is out now!
November 3, 2023
We are excited to share with you the most recent issue of The Southern Sociologist, the official newsletter of the Southern Sociological Society! In this issue, you’ll find: Importantly, you will also find a call for graduate student editors to support the efforts of putting together this important document several times each year. If you or someone you
Professional Elevator Pitch Workshop
October 19, 2023
Join us for a Professional Elevator Pitch Workshop!Organized by the SSS Committee on the Status of Students Tuesday, October 31st from 12:00 – 1:30 p.m. EDT The SSS Committee on the Status of Students has organized a professional development workshop on elevator pitches for graduate student members. In this workshop, led by Dr. Jeffrey M.
Join Us for a Submission Info Session
October 15, 2023
SSS 2024 Submission Info Session Tuesday, October 17 4:30 – 5:30 pm EST Are you thinking of submitting an abstract for the SSS 2024 annual meeting in New Orleans? Join Program Co-Chair Hiromi Taniguchi for some tips and insights on choosing a submission type, writing an abstract, and what happens once you submit your abstract.