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Meet the Professor: Dr. Stephanie Wilson, Sociologist, Educator, and Co-founder of Applied Worldwide
Stephanie: Sociologist, Creator, Researcher 2. As a co-founder of Applied Worldwide, could you briefly explain the organization’s mission? Stephanie: Our mission is to build a bridge between the discipline of sociology and everyday life to improve the well-being of society. As a sociologist, I see endless ways that sociological knowledge could benefit society, but our…
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THE COMPARATIVE METHOD IN SOCIAL ANTHROPOLOGY
The purpose of comparative method in social anthropology is to study varieties of form of social life and to understand human social phenomena. Franz Boas delineated two methods in the study of anthropology. First, was to reconstruct the history which means to understand the past and reconstructing theories in present. Second, was comparison of social…
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Interview with Assistant Professor Katie Durante, University of Utah, Department of Sociology
1. If you had to describe yourself in three words, what would they be? Integrity, light-hearted, responsible 2. Can you discuss some of your key findings regarding racial and ethnic inequality in the criminal legal system and how it has evolved over the years? One of the areas of research I focus on is racial…
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Interview with Dr. Christina Jackson: Insights into Sociology, Activism, and the Journey Ahead
Short Bio: Dr. Christina Jackson, an Associate Professor of Sociology at Stockton University, specializes in urban sociology, social welfare, and inequality from sociological and public health perspectives. Beyond academia, she’s an engaged scholar-activist, facilitating and consulting with community partners and creative groups on topics like anti-violence, gentrification, housing, food justice, and racial justice. She’s co-authored…
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How To Apply Sociology In Everyday Life: Explained Real Examples
Sociology is the study of society through many theoretical perspectives. The most important lesson of sociology is that society is not an external object to be studied. Instead, all of us are active members of society and constantly influence it. Thus, sociology can be applied in everyday life by all members of society. This article…
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An Interview with Terry Lee Caruthers, Author of Vivie’s Secret
Recently, we interviewed author Terry Lee Caruthers about her book – Vivie’s Secret 1. If you had to describe yourself in three words, what would they be? Compassionate / Tenacious / Fair-minded 2. As a reviewer of your book, I felt emotionally connected to the story, especially with Vivie. The story ends with the…
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Relevance of Max Weber in the Contemporary Times – Essay
Max Weber, without any doubt is an indelible thinker in Sociology who entered into the field through law and became one of the founding fathers of the discipline. The world celebrates his work till date as his theories and concepts has a deep imprint in the interpretation of the society. Weber’s works are crystal clear…
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Hidden Shadow by Jennifer Bourland – Book Review
What is a good mystery without a good cliffhanger? If you are an ardent reader of mystery, cliffhangers hold an ambivalence you can’t seem to escape. This is what Jennifer Bourland brings to us with her book Hidden Shadow. The book revolves around the revelation of a secret that took place 100 years ago in…
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A Debut Novel that Captivates: An Interview with Hidden Shadow Author Jennifer Bourland
We had the pleasure of interviewing Jennifer Bourland, the author of the gripping mystery novel Hidden Shadow. In her debut novel, Jennifer takes readers on a captivating journey through time as protagonist Sophie Thomas uncovers family secrets, unexpected connections, and the power of the mind. As a former art and English teacher turned entrepreneur, Jennifer’s…
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Media: Ownership and control of media – AS and A Level Notes
Media is a universal channel of sending and receiving information since time immemorial. There are a lot of aspects related to media that has kept it relevant so far by exposing it to the fruit of technology. This paper will deal with media to understand its journey from traditional media to new media, theories of…
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An Inspiring Interview with Ray Frigault, Author of ‘It’s About TIME’
We had the pleasure of speaking with Ray Frigault, also known as Rayzor, an inspiring individual who has overcome many obstacles in his life and is now sharing his wisdom with the world. Ray is the author of “It’s About TIME, rediscover your youth and take the fear out of change,” a book that offers…