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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 Enemy Like Me by Teri Brown – Book Review
Teri Brown’s historical novel, “An Enemy Like Me,” focuses on the life of a soldier named Jacob Miller in World War II. Teri Brown overturns the popular idea of a glorious war hero by showing the daily life of Jacob Miller before the war. The ordinary human conflicts of the American soldiers outside the battlefield…
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Interview with Teri Brown, Award-Winning Author
Recently, we interviewed author Teri Brown about her new book, “An Enemy Like Me.” Teri M. Brown is an author who was born in Athens, Greece, as an Air Force brat. She now resides on the North Carolina coast, where the peaceful nature of the sea inspires her creativity. Teri is also a wife, mother,…
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STARSHIP MALAYSIA: LIES THAT SAVE LIVES – BOOK REVIEW
Starship Malaysia: Lies That Save Lives is a science-fiction novel written by Keith Costelloe. The story is set in a future where humanity has expanded into the galaxy, and the crew of the Starship Malaysia embarks on a mission to explore a distant planet. However, when they arrive, they discover a secret that could jeopardize…
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DRAWN INTO DANGER: LIVING ON THE EDGE IN THE SAHARA – BOOK REVIEW
“Drawn Into Danger: Living on the Edge in the Sahara” by Keith Costelloe is a mesmerizing literary journey that beckons readers into the heart of the Algerian desert, where danger and intrigue lurk around every dune. In this gripping tale, Costelloe masterfully crafts a narrative that seamlessly blends adventure, mystery, and human emotion, creating a…
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Sociology of Disability – What you need to know
This article provides an overview of how the study of disability came to be including the ever-evolving field of Sociology of Disability in the United States. It explains the two main perspectives of disability and delves deeper into more nuanced paradigms. Finally, this article takes a closer look at disability rights movements that are relevant…
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What is Sociology of Cryptocurrency? All you need to know
This article briefly draws on the history of cryptocurrency, tries to define the sociology of cryptocurrency and analyses how various sociological theories have been used to understand the global phenomenon of cryptocurrency use and its impact on the world. Money’s origins are difficult to ascertain, for they have been shrouded in mystery. Some scholars think…