Latest SSSP News

October 08, 2024

SSSP Member News – Share Your Accomplishments

Have you been promoted, taken part in a social activist movement, or published an article or book? We want to hear from you! See what other members are doing, and share your recent accomplishments with us.

10/08/2024, 08:29 AM

 

October 03, 2024

Call for Nominations: 2024 C. Wright Mills Award

Nominations are open for the 2024 C. Wright Mills Award. Members are encouraged to nominate eligible books for this prestigious award. Self-nominations are acceptable. Authors and/or nominators are not required to be SSSP members. Edited volumes, textbooks, fiction and self-published works are not eligible. Eligible books must be first edition (not a reprint or later edition) and bear a 2024 copyright. Exceptions may be made for a book bearing a 2023 copyright, but that was not released until 2024 for the first time. Nominations Deadline: December 15, 2024

10/03/2024, 08:30 AM

 

October 01, 2024

Proposed 2025 Membership Dues Increase Election Open for Voting

The Proposed 2025 Membership Dues Increase Electionis open for voting! Current members can login to make their voices heard. The deadline to cast your vote is November 25, 2024.

10/01/2024, 08:30 AM

 

September 26, 2024

Job Opportunities

SSSP provides a free career center for members and non-members to browse current jobs related to sociology. There are several positions available at this time. Employers may also post jobs at no charge! Find or post your next job opportunity.

09/26/2024, 08:31 AM

 

September 24, 2024

The Benefits of SSSP Membership

There are many benefits that come with your SSSP membership. Perhaps no other professional organization is as committed to tackling contemporary social problems and redefining historical social facts as the SSSP. Our community of activist scholars places a priority on supporting not only emerging scholarship, but on supporting graduate students and junior scholars. Membership provides access to this welcoming community of individuals who do rigorous, groundbreaking social research. Through our annual meetings, our highly regarded journal, Social Problems, and other important SSSP publications, SSSP has shared new knowledge and developed myriad working partnerships and professional friendships for over 70 years. Consider joining us in this worthwhile endeavor by becoming a member or renewing your membership today!

09/24/2024, 08:12 AM

 

September 19, 2024

2024 Indigenous Peoples’ Social Justice Award

At the 2024 Annual Meeting, SSSP awarded the Indigenous Peoples’ Social Justice Award and contributed $500 to the Iskweu Project. Part of the Native Women’s Shelter of Montreal, the Iskweu Project is an initiative addressing the MMIWG2S+ crisis, responding to the immediate need for assistance expressed by families and loved ones when an Indigenous woman or girl (including trans, Two-Spirit) goes missing. Learn how you can support the project and follow on social media for news and updates.

09/19/2024, 08:32 AM

 

September 17, 2024

75th Annual Meeting

We want to thank everyone who attended the 74th Annual Meeting in Montréal and made it a success. As we look ahead, we hope you’ll join us August 8-10, 2025, for the 75th Anniversary Annual Meeting in Chicago. Learn more about next year’s meeting and theme.

09/17/2024, 08:31 AM

 

September 12, 2024

SSSP J21 Committee – Publicity and Outreach Position Available (application deadline: COB 9/27/24)

The Justice 21 Committee (J21) is seeking to recruit a graduate level student to serve on the Committee, focusing on Publicity and Outreach for a two-year term. Those interested should send a: (1) brief 250-500 word essay explaining their interest, (2) a short list of ideas they initially have for the position, and (3) an academic CV. The individual serving in this position will receive complimentary student membership throughout their term of service. Please send all materials to Jason Smith (jsm5@gmu.edu) by COB on September 27, 2024. Learn more.

09/12/2024, 03:00 PM

 

September 10, 2024

Scholars at Risk United States 2nd General Assembly

Scholars at Risk will host the second General Assembly of the United States in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, on October 16 and 17. The meeting will bring together scholars, leaders, and advocates from SAR member universities and educational associations across the nation to discuss strategies and build solidarity for promoting academic freedom locally, in the U.S., and around the world. Learn more and register.

09/10/2024, 08:30 AM