Category: Sociology
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Amanda Miller, University of Indianapolis – Marriage
A wedding is one thing, the marriage is another. Amanda Miller, associate professor of sociology at the University of Indianapolis, discusses how communication is key to the latter. Amanda J. Miller is an associate professor of sociology and department chair at the University of Indianapolis. Her areas of academic focus include family, gender and relationships.…
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Dominik Guess, University of North Florida – Patience Across Cultures
The meaning of patience is not consistent across cultures. C. Dominik Guess, professor of psychology at the University of North Florida, discusses how different European countries vary in this regard. Dr. Dominik Güss is a psychology professor at the University of North Florida in Jacksonville. He earned a doctorate of philosophy in psychology from the Otto-Friedrich-Universität…
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Tom Mould, Butler University – Welfare and the American Dream
On Butler University Week: Stories can have a big impact on all areas of life. Tom Mould, professor of anthropology and folklore, determines how stories can affect an important social issue. Tom Mould teaches and conducts research in the areas of folklore, language and culture, American Indian studies, oral narrative, religious and sacred narrative, contemporary…
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Scott Melzer, Albion College – Manhood
The ideals of manhood are changing. Scott Melzer, professor of sociology at Albion College, discusses four groups that are reclaiming their identity in disparate ways. Scott Melzer([email protected]) is Professor of Sociology and Chair of Women’s, Gender, and Sexuality Studies at Albion College. His work focuses on how men respond when they think their status and identities are threatened. He…
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Ross Haenfler, Grinnell College – Incels
On Grinnell College Week: Not everyone is for inclusivity. Ross Haenfler, professor of sociology, looks at the fringe groups who want to turn back the clock. I am an Associate Professor of Sociology at Grinnell College where I teach Deviance and Youth Subcultures, Sociological Theory, Men and Masculinities, and introductory sociology courses. I love teaching…
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John Van de Lindt, Colorado State University – Community Resilience
Are some communities more resilient after disasters? John van de Lindt, professor of infrastructure at Colorado State University, looks to resilience science to find out. Dr. John W. van de Lindt is the George T. Abell Distinguished Professor in Infrastructure in the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering at Colorado State University. He formerly was…
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Doug Challenger, Franklin Pierce University – The Disenchantment of the World
Is the world becoming more disenchanted? Doug Challenger, professor of sociology at Franklin Pierce University, looks into how religious thought is trending across the globe. Douglas Challenger is a professor of sociology & documentary studies at Franklin Pierce University in Rindge, New Hampshire https://www.franklinpierce.edu/ where his research focuses on social and political theory, pilgrimage studies…
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Liz Raleigh, Carleton College – Transracial Adoption
On Carleton College Week: Demand for adoptable children is on the rise. Elizabeth Raleigh, assistant professor of sociology, examines why transracial adoption is becoming more common. Liz Raleigh, assistant professor of sociology (University of Pennsylvania, PhD) is a sociologist of race and the family. Her research focuses on how the supply and demand for babies…
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Dominik Guss, University of North Florida – Patience Across Cultures
The meaning of patience is not consistent across cultures. C. Dominik Guss, professor of psychology at the University of North Florida, discusses how different European countries vary in this regard. Dr. Dominik Güss is a psychology professor at the University of North Florida in Jacksonville. He earned a doctorate of philosophy in psychology from the…
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Natalie Sarrazin, SUNY Brockport – Do Indians Care About Western Music?
Western music has an interesting position in Indian society. Natalie Sarrazin, associate professor of ethnomusicology and music education at SUNY Brockport, determines Indian youth find western music online, but their culture is making the shift slowly. Natalie Sarrazin holds a Ph.D. in Ethnomusicology from the University of Maryland, College Park, and a Master’s degree from…