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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



FAMILY AND GENDER (F&G)

Workshop
Apr 4, 2025 at - | Sociology Conference Room, McNeil 367



Digital Culture and Society Cluster Workshop

Workshop
Topic: Henri Bergson's Turing Test for Humans
Carolyn Biltoft
Apr 7, 2025 at - | Venue: Rm 300 Annenberg School



NO COLLOQUIUM-

Colloquium
Apr 9, 2025 at -

PAA Conference