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"A forum where Christian sociologists can explore the implications of the Christian faith for the thinking and doing of sociology. A place to engage in personal and professional development through concentrated discussion on the integration of the sociological vocation with the Christian calling. A unique opportunity for Christian fellowship with individuals who share our disciplinary commitment, which is both stimulating and supportive. A network for Christian sociologists, allowing social support, collaboration, and dialogue." |
"The American Sociological Association, founded in 1905, is the national professional membership association for sociologists and others who are interested in sociology. ASA’s mission is to serve sociologists in their work, advance sociology as a science and profession, and promote the contributions and use of sociology to society. ASA members include students, scholars and teachers working in a full range of educational institutions, and people employed in government agencies and nonprofit and private sector organizations." |
"Sociology is a field with a vast and stimulating scope that encompasses the study of families, organizations, races, social classes, educational opportunities and criminal history. It provides an understanding of the reasons of how and why the segments of our society function as they do, including the challenges of the social interactions that face both individuals and groups. Through this understanding, a deeper, more critical perspective evolves that aids in the formulation of effective solutions to some of the social issues that affect our society. Whether you’re a researcher, teacher or student in this field, you’re sure to find something helpful in this guide filled with more than 40 resources that include blogs, podcasts, journals, study guides and lesson plans." |
"Established in 1935, the Southern Sociological Society is a society of professionals that promotes the development of sociology as a profession and scientific discipline by the maintenance of high academic professional and ethical standards, and by encouraging effective teaching of sociology, valid and reliable methods and research in the study of human society, diffusion of sociological knowledge and its application to societal problems, cooperation with related disciplines and groups, recruitment and training of sociologists, and development of sociology programs in educational and other agencies." |