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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



Standing Faculty Meeting

Other Events
May 8, 2024 at - | McNeil 150



Education and Inequality Workshop (Co-sponsored with CECI Project & GSE International Educational Development Project): Noam Angrist, Academic Director of What Works Hub for Global Education, University of Oxford

Workshop
"Building Resilient Education Systems: Evidence from Large-Scale Randomized Trials in Five Countries"
May 10, 2024 at - | GSE Room 259 (3700 Walnut Street)

Education systems need to withstand frequent shocks, including conflict, disease, natural disasters, and climate events, all of which routinely close schools. During these emergencies, alternative models are needed…



Sociology Undergraduate Graduation Luncheon

May 17, 2024 at - | McNeil Atrium, 2nd Floor