The purpose of the Section on Social Psychology is to foster the development of this branch of sociology through stimulating research and communicating knowledge. Social psychology is interpreted according to its inclusive and traditional use in sociology to encompass such broad fields as socialization, interpersonal relations and social interaction, attitudes and public opinion, and collective behavior.

Bylaws
Annual Report (2025)
Award Recipient History

Section Council

Chair: David Melamed, The Ohio State University
Chair-Elect: Susan Fisk, Kent State University
Past Chair: Jennifer Barber, Indiana University
Section Secretary/Treasurer: Long Doan, University of Maryland-College Park
Elizabeth A. Armstrong, University of Michigan
Christy Erving, University of Texas at Austin
Linda Francis, Cleveland State University
Nicolas Harder, University of South Carolina (Student Representative)
Lauren Rivera, Northwestern University
Kimberly B. Rogers, Dartmouth College
Justine Tinkler, University of Georgia

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