The Department of Sociology is a close-knit community of scholars, educators, and students. Every year, we teach thousands of students to understand the world through a sociological lens, applying rigorous research methods to explore the dynamics of marriage and family, individual and group identities, social inequalities, and much more. Our faculty and students pursue groundbreaking research, always rooted in our core value of public service. In the enduring tradition of William H. Sewell, we champion methodological, social, and cultural breadth, basic human decency to others, and excellence in everything we do.
How your gift makes an impact
Our mission is to produce groundbreaking research, deliver exceptional education, and tackle the most pressing social issues of our time. Achieving this level of distinction requires flexibility, and that is exactly what the Sociology Annual Fund provides.
Gifts to the Annual Fund represent our most vital source of flexible funding. Unrestricted contributions empower leadership to allocate resources wherever the need or opportunity is greatest, directly enriching every corner of our department.
Where your support makes a difference
- Pioneering Faculty & Graduate Research: Bridge funding gaps for innovative, early-stage research projects, fieldwork, and data collection.
- Student Travel & Professional Development: Send undergraduate and graduate scholars to national conferences to present original research and build career networks.
- Undergraduate Excellence & Mentorship: Sponsor hands-on research opportunities, academic awards, and specialized mentoring programs that enhance the student experience.
- Community & Academic Events: Host distinguished visiting scholars, public lectures, and symposia that elevate our academic discourse and public engagement.
Your gift to the Sociology Annual Fund provides the foundation for innovation and discovery across our program. Please consider making a contribution today to sustain our vibrant academic community.