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
Antiharassment Taskforce Advocates 2026
February 26, 2026
Greetings SSSers, We are pleased to introduce the new cohort of Advocates for the 2026 SSS meeting in Jacksonville, Florida. Advocates are available to support anyone who experiences harassment during the annual meeting or in other SSS spaces, including committee check‑ins, by offering information, resources, and assistance. They also serve as a confidential, supportive presence
Deadlines Extended for PreRegistration and Hotel Registration
February 23, 2026
SSSers, The deadline to pre-register for the conference has been extended to March 6th at midnight (EST). Beginning on March 7th, registration fees will increase for all membership categories. Additionally, this is also the deadline for refunds – there will be no refunds given after March 6th. You can pay your SSS membership and register for
JEDI Book Raffle
February 5, 2026
SSS Family, At the 2026 Annual Meeting, the Justice, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (JEDI) Committee will recognize recently published books. The committee will also host a free raffle to give away donated books to graduate students and first-time attendees. We have conducted this raffle for the past several years, and it has been a joy to
Job Opportunity: Tenure-track Assistant Professor of Sociology (Crime & Social Justice) – Xavier University
January 30, 2026
Job Title Assistant Professor of Sociology (Crime & Social Justice) Department Department Of Sociology Job Summary The Department of Sociology at Xavier University of Louisiana invites applicants for a tenure-track position in Sociology at the Assistant Professor level beginning Fall 2026. The ideal candidate will have a Ph.D. in Sociology, expertise in criminology or deviance
Job Opportunity: Tenure-Track Assistant Professor (Health, Medicine and Society)- Xavier University
January 30, 2026
Position Title Assistant Professor of Sociology (Health, Medicine and Society) Department Department Of Sociology Job Summary The Department of Sociology at Xavier University of Louisiana invites applicants for a tenure-track position in Sociology at the Assistant Professor level beginning Fall 2026. The ideal candidate will have a Ph.D. in Sociology and expertise in Health, Medicine,