The purpose of the Section on Sociological Practice and Public Sociology is to advance sociologically-informed research and practice, to further public discussion of sociological issues, and to promote the use of sociology to inform public policy.

Bylaws
Annual Report (2025)
Award Recipient History

Section Council
Chair: Shirley A. Jackson, Portland State University
Chair-Elect: Carrie L. Smith, Millersville University
Past Chair: Caren Arbeit, RTI International
Section Secretary/Treasurer: Erica Ramos, Northwestern University
Danielle Duran, Northeastern University (Student Representative)
Yujia Lyu, Univer of Health Sciences and Pharmacy
Erin Maher, University of Oklahoma
Martha A. Martinez, DePaul University
Brandon McReynolds, Metro United Way
Titilayo Odedoyin, Texas Tech University (Student Representative)
Carmel Price, University of Michigan – Dearborn
Marie Skoczylas, Highmark Health
Sandra S. Stone, University of South Florida Sarasota-Manatee
Linda Treiber, Kennesaw State University
Ashley Vancil-Leap, Mississippi State University
Darcie Vandegrift, Metropolitan Council of the Twin Cities

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