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Jun 20, 2024

8 Faculty Members Named 2024-25 Fulbright Scholars

This year’s cohort will study methods to mitigate wildfires and educate the public about nuclear energy, among other academic and research pursuits around the world.

Apr 29, 2024

Defining the Moments

Olivia Ball is graduating from NC State feeling like a much different person from who she was when she started. This transformation isn’t the result of one big change but a series of opportunities — including support from professors and donors — that have helped her grow along the way.

Apr 23, 2024

Farewell to our Graduating Ambassadors!

Advice from Seniors in the Department of Sociology and Anthropology at NC State University! Read more to hear about their unique stories.

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

“Where Successful Students Meet”: Professor-Recommended Resources

When students are in the depths of the semester, it can often be difficult to figure out what resources to seek out. They have lots of different classes and projects going on that they may need assistance with. NC State has numerous resources available to help with any number of situations. From papers, to tutoring,…

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 4, 2024

Graduate Students Present at Annual Research Symposium

On April 3 2024, several Graduate Students from the department of Sociology and Anthropology presented their research at the 17th Annual Graduate Research Symposium. Included in Graduate Appreciation Week activities, Graduate Students from across campus come together to share ideas and knowledge in their various fields at the annual event. In order to be included…

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 6, 2024

What Drives ‘Drug-Induced Homicide’ Prosecutions in North Carolina?

A new study co-authored by Assistant Professor of Anthropology Jennifer Carroll finds the desire to reduce overdose deaths is spurring DIH prosecutions. However, the evidence suggests it may be harming public health.