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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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Weightless, Woven Words – My Journey and Inspirations
Weightless, Woven Words, in a few words, is a work my heart and mind are both extremely fond of. Being my first published work, it gives readers a chance to peer into who I am. It is essentially a window into my artistry and personality. The journey in writing is a funny idea to consider…
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Through Her Eyes by Maheen Mazhar
Since I have been old enough to understand myself, I have always thought too deeply about everything in life. Always found myself questioning standards and the status quo, intrigued about why do we always follow norms that are set for us by society? Culture? Or others? Even in this generation of social media, everyone is…
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Sociology of iPhone – Theories, Perspectives, Examples
In today’s technologically advanced society, smartphones have evolved into a basic need for facilitating social interactions. There are currently several smartphone manufacturers from which consumers can choose, but when it comes to Apple or its iPhone, people are utterly obsessed. The first Macintosh computer was made available to the general public by Apple in 1984,…
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What is Deviance: Definition, Causes, Types, Theories, Examples
Deviance is deflecting from and rejecting socially acceptable standards. The article explains the meaning and definition of deviance. Further, it elaborates on what causes deviance within society. The article also explains the types and situations that give rise to deviant behaviour. It also highlights why deviance is important and required in society. Society is compared…
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What is Sociology? Definition, Evolution, Examples: Essay
Sociology is rich in scope, and it analyzes the significance of various social institutions in an individual’s life. This essay highlights the evolution of the discipline and, with the help of examples related to day-to-day life, further explains its implications. The essay also expounds on the contributions made to society by sociology. Additionally, it explores…