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 2023
November 17, 2022
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 2023. 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
SSS 2023: Deadline Extended!
November 3, 2022
SSSers- As the deadline for submitting abstracts and panels for our annual meeting in Myrtle Beach approaches, we are excited by the response to President Earl Wright II’s theme of ““I Will Find A Way or Make One”: Embracing and Advancing the American South’s Tradition of Sociological Innovation and Scholar-Activism”! We recognize that organizing sessions
Call for the next SSS Executive Officer
September 27, 2022
The Southern Sociological Society (SSS) seeks an innovative, organized, and experienced leader to serve as its next Executive Officer. Established in 1935, SSS promotes rigorous research, excellence in teaching and mentoring, and collegiality. As the nation’s largest regional organization of professional sociologists, SSS membership includes a cross-section of academia like small and community colleges, historically
SSS Election Nominations
September 20, 2022
SSS’ers, The Southern Sociological Society (SSS) is seeking nominees for the elected positions of President, Vice President, Executive Committee (2), Publications Committee (2), and J.E.D.I (2) To qualify for these positions the candidate must have been a dues-paying member of SSS 2 of the last 4 membership years. Any member of SSS, after first contacting
Call for the next SSS Executive Officer
August 9, 2022
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