Department Newsletter

Sep 13, 2024

Introducing the Fall 2024 Student Ambassador Team

The department's student ambassadors are a team of undergraduate student volunteers who help with student activities, new student recruitment and more.

Jul 1, 2024

Dr. Mia Brantley Named to CCF’s 2024 Early Career Scholars

Congratulations to Dr. Mia Brantley, who was named a 2024 Early Career Scholar for the Council of Contemporary Families (CCF). CCF’s Frank F. Furstenberg Early Career Scholars Program provides processional development opportunities to scholars whose research centers around the American family. https://sites.utexas.edu/contemporaryfamilies/early-career-scholars-program/ “Mia Brantley (@_MiaBrantley) is currently an Assistant Professor of Sociology at North Carolina State…

Jul 1, 2024

Sociology Graduate Student Publication News

Congratulations to the following Ph.D. in Sociology Graduate students on their recently scholarly endeavors! Lindy Olive – 3rd Year Ph.D. Student Abstract In 2018, a “Blue Apron type” meal kit for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) was announced. Like many food initiatives, there was no input from the intended audience. In contrast, we used…

Apr 23, 2024

“Extra Special Buildings in NC State Students’ Hearts!”

NC State University is known for its spacious campus, spanning 2,100 acres between its Main and Centennial campuses. Founded in 1887, the university has continued to grow, with the student body increasing and the campus expanding. Even with such a large campus, there are certain spots that all students know and love like the Memorial…

Apr 23, 2024

First Year Input on Life at NC State

First year students come to school not knowing what to expect, or where these next four years are going to take them. Career paths, social events, grad school, these will all be decided as the next adventures come to a head. How has this first year treated them and how do they plan on going…

Apr 7, 2024

Spring 2024 Department Newsletter

Click here to access the Spring 2024 Department of Sociology and Anthropology Newsletter. Dear NC State Sociology and Anthropology Faculty, Students, Alumni, and Supporters It is an exciting and vibrant time to be in the Department of Sociology and Anthropology at NC State! This year we welcomed four new assistant professors and two new staff…

Apr 2, 2024

Dr. April Fernandes to Present at the Denver Law Review’s Annual Symposium

Associate Professor of Sociology, Dr. April Fernandes, has been invited to give a presentation at the Denver Law Review’s Annual Symposium, being held April 12-13. The annual event is hosted at the Sturm College of Law at the University of Denver. Dr. Fernandes’s talk is entitled, “Perpetual Debt & Prison Pay-to-Stay,” and she will serve…

Mar 1, 2024

Introducing the Department of Sociology and Anthropology’s New Department Head: Dr. Andrea Leverentz

Department heads are responsible for supporting their department as educational units by helping to hire faculty, curriculum development, budgeting, student advising, and numerous other administrative functions. These responsibilities are necessary in ensuring that students receive a specially curated, best possible education at the University they attend. The Department of Sociology and Anthropology recently welcomed our…

Mar 1, 2024

Lessons Learned from Seniors Who Want to Help Students Enjoy the Ride!

Many students find themselves getting overwhelmed in college. Between classes, studying, and going through big life changes, it can all be a lot to deal with. It can be really easy to get stuck in a rut. The idea of several years spent studying and taking classes can seem stressful, and the end goal of…

Mar 1, 2024

Engaging the Department of Sociology and Anthropology Community

We are excited to share with you the latest news and updates from your own Sociology and Anthropology Student Ambassadors! The Student Ambassadors are a group of undergraduate students who assist with student recruitment, mentoring, and involvement. As we continue to grow and expand our reach, we want to ensure that we are engaging with…