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
Assistant Professor of Criminology- Christopher Newport University (Tenure Track)
August 21, 2026
Assistant Professor of Criminology Position Information Working Title: Assistant Professor of Criminology Appointment Type: Full Time Purpose of Position: The Department of Sociology, Social Work, and Anthropology at Christopher Newport University invites applications for a tenure-track position in Criminology, effective August 2027. The successful candidate will join a vibrant department of 17 full-time faculty and
Assistant Professor in Sociology – Winthrop University (Tenure-Track)
July 27, 2026
Winthrop University Job Please see Special Instructions for more details. First consideration will be given to applications received on or before August 15, 2026. Applications received after the deadline may be considered if a suitable candidate has not been found. Please address questions to Dr. Brad Tripp, Department Chair (trippb@winthrop.edu). Position Details Position Information Winthrop
Visiting Assistant Professor – Western Carolina University
June 19, 2026
Visiting Assistant Professor – Sociology – 001668 Department: Anthropology & Sociology About WCU: Western Carolina University continues to rank high on Forbes ‘Best Employers” lists each year. Including: • 2025 – Ranked 1st in the top 100 employers in North Carolina in Forbes ‘America’s Best Employers by State” list. • 2024 – Ranking in the
SSS Election Results 2026
June 1, 2026
We are excited to share the results of our most recent election with you. Importantly, we also want to take this opportunity to extend our thanks to the Nominations Committee, chaired by James Maple, for their work putting together an excellent slate of candidates! Here are the results: President Elect Will Tyson (2028-2029) Vice President
PRRI – Open Call for Fellows
May 29, 2026
Open Call for Fellows PRRI (Public Religion Research Institute) Application deadline: Friday, June 19, 2026. The PRRI Public Fellows program promotes and supports the interdisciplinary public scholarship of a cohort of emerging scholar-leaders working across the following major areas of PRRI’s work: Pluralism and Democracy, Immigration and American Society, and LGBTQ Rights and Gender Politics.