Theory Section · American Sociological Association
We bring together scholars working across the full range of theoretical perspectives to share research, ideas, and teaching.
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Upcoming Event · Aug 7, 2026 · NYC
A day of emerging theoretical work — nine junior scholars, three distinguished discussants, and a keynote by Yuchen Yang (Birmingham), 2025 Junior Theorist Award winner.
Recent Event · August 3, 2026
Speakers: Samantha Agarwal (CUNY), Fatma Müge Göçek (University of Michigan), Ho-Fung Hung (Johns Hopkins University), Ranita Ray (University of New Mexico, Albuquerque), Cihan Ziya Tugal (University of California, Berkeley)