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🌟 Meet Ms. Deepa Shirsat, our trailblazing leader in Sociology! 🌟 Ms. Deepa is the Head, Department of Sociology. With a deep passion for understanding the complexities of our ever-changing world, she brings expertise in: 🌐 Sociology of Globalisation 📈 Sociology of Development ⚕️ Medical Sociology ⚖️ Criminology Her work bridges the gaps between theory and practice, empowering students to think critically about global challenges and societal transformations. 🌍✨ 🎯 #SociologyMatters #Globalisation #DevelopmentStudies #MedicalSociology #CriminologyInsights #LeadershipInAcademia #MumbaiEducation #SocialChange #GlobalConnections #SocialDevelopment #Health&Society #Crime&Justice 📢 Drop a 👋 in the comments to welcome Ms. Deepa! And 💬 comment with the name of your favourite author of sociology!

🌍 Sociology in action starts with YOU! Tell us: How does sociology help address today’s crises and challenges? 📅 Explore this theme with us at TASA 2025, 24–27 November, University of Melbourne. #TASA2025 #WellbeingPolicyActivism #SociologyInAction

In this episode I interview sociologist Bradley Campbell about his recent book, How to Think Better about Social Justice: Why Good Sociology Matters. We discuss whether social justice is a useful concept, why bad sociology hurts and whether good sociology exists, and the lessons of 19th century utopian communities. https://lnkd.in/eDNedxgD

Prof Nokuthula Mazibuko from the Department of Sociology shares her thoughts on child murders in South African and how traumatic parent-child experiences may have a profound impact on establishing and reinforcing a child's identity and purpose in life. Read more: https://ow.ly/NtNP50SkAQj #Unisa150

Several UWO Sociology faculty use creative final assignments as a tool for eliciting reflections from students about key learning outcomes from the semester. We'll be sharing several examples of the students, with their permission. The first is mosaic created by Maddie Lukasavage for the SOC/ES 313 - Rural Sociology class. It was made with materials she already had on hand, including many broken bottle fragments that she had dug up while hiking around various places in Wisconsin. This beautiful piece represents a key site from her semester long place project, where volunteers are encouraging the nesting of purple martins in a meadow at High Cliff State Park, which is ringed by a paved path that makes it accessible to people with mobility challenges.

Congratulations : Leo. The article "Fighting to Be a Real Man: Constructions of Respectability and Contestations among African Migrant Men in Johannesburg," published in the South African Review of Sociology, provides a nuanced and essential contribution to our understanding of masculinity, migration, and social dynamics. By focusing on African migrant men in Johannesburg, Igbanoi illuminates the complex interplay between cultural expectations, social identity, and the pursuit of respectability within a diasporic context. Supporting Arguments: Cultural Context and Identity Formation: Igbanoi's exploration into how African migrant men navigate their identities in Johannesburg is crucial. These men often grapple with maintaining their cultural heritage while adapting to new social norms. This duality reflects a broader human experience of migration where identity is constantly negotiated and redefined. Respectability Politics: The concept of respectability politics is vital in understanding how marginalized groups strive for social acceptance and upward mobility. Igbanoi adeptly highlights how African migrant men engage in specific behaviors and adopt certain values to align with societal expectations in Johannesburg. This dynamic is not only about conforming but also about asserting their place and value within a new community. Social Contestations and Masculinity: By examining the contestations around what it means to be a "real man," Igbanoi contributes to the ongoing discourse on masculinity. The pressures faced by African migrant men to conform to both traditional and modern conceptions of masculinity underscore the broader struggles men face globally. This analysis is pivotal in deconstructing harmful stereotypes and promoting a more inclusive understanding of manhood. Intersectionality and Migration: Igbanoi's work sheds light on the intersectional nature of migration, where factors such as race, nationality, and gender intersect to shape experiences uniquely. The specific challenges faced by African migrant men in Johannesburg, including xenophobia and economic exclusion, are contextualized within this framework, providing a comprehensive picture of their lived realities. Finally: Igbanoi’s article is an important academic endeavor that enriches our comprehension of the socio-cultural adjustments and identity negotiations of African migrant men in Johannesburg. It serves as a reminder of the resilience and adaptability of migrant communities. Furthermore, this work invites continued research and dialogue on the intersections of migration, identity, and masculinity, which are critical in fostering more inclusive and empathetic societies.

On World Humanitarian Day, explore our premier research resource for sociology students, offering extensive regional news coverage relevant to the study of human behavior. https://m.ebsco.is/uhcUL #WorldHumanitarianDay #SociologyResearch

For those who could not attend, the recording for our conference on marginalized populations, hosted by the Department of Sociology, FCCU, is now online. Learn about the different groups needing visibility, protection, and inclusion in Pakistan; and the recommendations by the distinguished researchers who presented. https://lnkd.in/eSb-_XVH #sociology #marginalized #FormanChristianCollege

This is a good example of an effect well-studied in sociology: “The Unanticipated Consequences of Purposive Social Action” [1]. LinkedIn created a “collaborative articles” system with a “top voice” badge incentivization for people to post their opinions on questions generated by an LLM. LinkedIn has no way to assure the quality of replies or to verify the accuracy of the responses, and the incentivization provokes people to post more answers. The result is what you see in your daily feed, or in the picture.

Are we witnessing the emergence of new inequalities? How can sociology respond? Our annual conference invites you to explore these questions. Submit your abstract by 18 October https://lnkd.in/grh8hPHE