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W.E.B. Du Bois, Erving Goffman, Dorothy Swaine Thomas, and E. Digby Baltzell all broke new sociological ground while working at the University of Pennsylvania. As one of the oldest departments of sociology in the country, Penn Sociology continues its tradition of excellence with twenty-plus award-winning, distinguished faculty recognized for their scholarly achievements and leadership in the field.

Upcoming Events



EDUCATION & INEQUALITY E&I (WIP)

Workshop
Oct 6, 2025 at - | McNeil 367



COLLOQUIUM

Colloquium
Joel Mittleman, PhD, University of Pennsylvania
Oct 8, 2025 at - | PSC Commons 403 McNeil



Fall Break Oct. 9-Oct. 12

Workshop
Oct 10, 2025 at - | McNeil 367

NO WORKSHOP