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Sep 29, 2022

Upcoming Dates and Deadlines

Make a note of these important upcoming events and deadlines. 

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Sep 29, 2022

Study Finds Law Enforcement Is Hampering Harm Reduction Programs in N.C.

Research from Jennifer Carroll and Brandon Morrissey finds law enforcement is not uniformly recognizing legal protections for people who make use of harm reduction programs. 

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Sep 13, 2022

Study Outlines Steps To Reduce ‘Cybervetting’ Bias in Hiring

A paper co-authored by sociologist Steve McDonald finds that failing to regulate cybervetting can introduce bias into hiring processes and hurt a company’s bottom line. 

Lara Rabinowitz in her graduation cap and gown in front of the Memorial Belltower at Henry Square.

May 10, 2022

Weaving a Bright Future

Private support enabled Lara Rabinowitz ’22 to study on campus and abroad during her time at NC State, all while combining seemingly different majors in seamless ways. 

Class of 2022 Dylan Inman holding up two wolfie hand signs.

May 3, 2022

Leaving a Legacy: Dylan Inman ’22 Makes a Lasting Impression

The political science and sociology double major is graduating this weekend and then off to Indianapolis to work for his fraternity, Theta Chi, as a growth specialist. But as an enthusiastic member of the Wolfpack, Inman says his long-term goal is to find a road that leads back to NC State. 

Stephanie Jares

Apr 26, 2022

An Interview with Stephanie Jares, winner of NC State’s New Academic Advisor Award

Get to know Stephanie Jares, the 2022 winner of NC State's New Academic Advisor Award. 

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Apr 26, 2022

Celebrating Our Graduating Student Ambassadors

We want to thank our three graduating student ambassadors, who have gone above and beyond for the department, NC State and our students. 

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Apr 26, 2022

Celebrating Dr. William Smith

In his time at NC State, Dr. Smith has dedicated himself to adding to the field of sociology and bettering the department. 

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Apr 26, 2022

Meet Our Alumni: Mary Erickson

Recently, I had the honor of interviewing Mary Erickson, a former ambassador for the Department of Sociology and Anthropology and NC State alum, about life after graduation. 

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Apr 26, 2022

Faculty Spotlight: Stacy De Coster

I had the great opportunity to interview Dr. Stacy De Coster and learn more about her research and work in our department. Dr. De Coster is a professor of sociology and the director of undergraduate programs.