Faculty Research
The Department of Sociology at Georgetown advances rigorous, interdisciplinary scholarship that illuminates the social forces shaping everyday life in diverse social contexts. Faculty engage in research on culture & consumption, housing, politics, religion, public policy, health, economics, youth & policing, schooling, and families, contributing insights that inform public discourse and deepen understanding of contemporary society.
Faculty Research Publications
Many of our faculty are actively engaged in sustained research and publication, contributing influential scholarship that shapes sociological inquiry and informs debates on pressing social issues. Explore recent books, articles, and collaborative projects authored by Georgetown Sociology faculty, showcasing innovative research that advances understanding of social structures, inequality, and contemporary social change.
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Faculty Research News
Positioned at the forefront of sociological inquiry, we delve into cutting-edge studies that range from shedding light on individual behavior to unraveling the intricacies of societal change. See how our faculty are making the news for their accomplishments and groundbreaking contributions to understanding the social world.
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Sociology Research Colloquia
Georgetown’s Sociology Research Colloquia bring together scholars from across the country to share cutting-edge work on the critical issues and social forces shaping everyday life. Through these talks, students and faculty engage with new perspectives, explore the nuances of social processes, and gain a deeper understanding of the complexities that define contemporary society.
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