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
Job Opportunity: Assistant Professor of Sociology & Criminology, University of Arkansas
October 10, 2025
Job Title: Assistant Professor of Sociology & CriminologyDepartment/School: Department of Sociology & Criminology Location: Fayetteville, AR Start date: August 10, 2026 Position Summary: The Department of Sociology & Criminology in the Fulbright College of Arts and Sciences at the University of Arkansas invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor of Sociology & Criminology to start
Digest #2: Sessions Seeking Papers
October 10, 2025
With less than 5 weeks until the submission deadline for the SSS 2025 meeting in Jacksonville, FL, now is the time to consider organizing a session(s) around various themes, including but not limited to the conference theme (Empowered Sociologists: Agency and Action Towards Social Change), that represent the richness of sociology. For the full list
Digest #1: Sessions Seeking Papers and Message to Members
October 3, 2025
Why Florida? The SSS Executive Committee, the Executive Officer, the Site Selection Committee, and President Jason have been exceptionally thoughtful and intentional in planning our next conference in Jacksonville, Florida. We recognize that the current political climate and laws in Florida (and across the United States) present challenges, and we have taken this seriously. Our primary effort is to ensure
Call for SSS Award Nominations
September 25, 2025
SSSers, Please consider submitting a nomination for one or more of the 2026 SSS awards. Nomination materials should be sent via e-mail to the SSS Executive Office at sss@southernsociologicalsociety.org. Nominators and nominees must hold active membership in SSS. If you are not sure about your membership status or the status of the person you are nominating,
SSS Antiharassment Committee Call for Advocates for AY 2025-2026
September 23, 2025
SSS Antiharassment Committee – SECOND CALL Seeking Advocates for AY 2025-2026 This second call for advocates is intended to bring about more diversity in terms of rank and time in SSS. We are hoping to secure more veteran SSSers, associate and full professors, or any other administrators. The goal of the advocates program is to have peer representation for