News & Events
Upcoming Events
(Updated 9.16.26)
- Indigenous Identity, Tourism, and Environmental Challenges: A Talk with Joseph Lee | Tuesday, September 22nd, 5:30pm in Ruane 105
Past Events
April 2026
A Trip to Tijuana
Students in GST 371: Globalization, Borders, and Human Rights course traveled to Tijuana, Mexico to work alongside Esperanza International.
March 24, 2026
Dr. Roberts Publishes Co-Authored Book Chapter
Congratulations to Dr. Roberts, who recently had her co-authored chapter published in “Nurturing Food Justice: Expansive and Intersectional Visions”.
March 19, 2026
“Forever Coming Out: The ‘Safety Dance’ of LGBTQIA+ Disclosure”, Dr. Maureen Outlaw Book Launch
The department celebrated Dr. Maureen Outlaw and her new book.
February 6, 2026
60 Seconds of Sociology with Dr. Charlotte Roberts
Dr. Roberts gives us a quick rundown on Émile Durkheim and collective effervescence at the Men’s Lacrosse home opener this afternoon.
November 4, 2025
Dr. Joanna Dreby, “How Communities Matter for Surviving the I.C.E. Age”
Dr. Joanna Dreby joins us for a discussion on her new book.
October 15, 2025
60 Seconds of Sociology with Dr. Kara Cebulko
Dr. Kara Cebulko, Professor of Sociology, talks about a recent Supreme Court decision, Noem vs. Vasquez Perdomo, and the implications this decision has on Providence, RI and communities around the country.
October 2025
Sociology in the Real World, FA25
Four Sociology alumni come back to campus for the Fall 2025 Sociology in the Real World lecture, “Advocating for Our Neighbors: A Conversation with PC Alumni.
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April 2025
A Trip to Tijuana
Students in GST 371: Globalization, Borders, and Human Rights course traveled to Tijuana, Mexico to work alongside Esperanza International.
April 28, 2025
60 Seconds of Sociology with Dr. Charlotte Roberts
Dr. Charlotte Roberts, Assistant Professor of Sociology, talks about the environmental and sociological factors tied to rising egg prices.
April 22, 2025
“R.E.S.P.E.C.T.” A Lecture with Meko Lincoln
Meko Lincoln joins us on campus for a lecture discussing R.E.S.P.E.C.T (Reentry Supports Promoting Earnest Community Ties).
April 2, 2025
Sociology in the Real World: A New Alumni Lecture Series
Five Sociology alumni come back to campus for the first panel in a new lecture series, “Careers in Education”.
March 14, 2025
In Memoriam: Neil Riordan
March 8, 2025
Sociology Goes to Boston
A group of Sociology and Global Studies students attend the 2025 ESS Conference.
February 14, 2025
60 Seconds of Sociology with Dr. Miller
Dr. Rhiannon Miller, Assistant Professor of Sociology, talks about the ins and outs of the social construct of dating and mating.
January 28, 2025
In Memoriam: Dr. Hugh F. Lena III, ’20 HON.
January 23, 2025
60 Seconds of Sociology with Dr. Hirsch
Dr. Eric Hirsch, Professor of Sociology, talks about the housing and rent crisis, and the public health emergency of long term homelessness in Rhode Island.
November 2024
SOC Students Bring Environmental Sociology to the Community
Dr. Charlotte Roberts’ SOC 333: Environmental Sociology course canvas Smith Hill and surrounding neighborhoods to share information about composting in Providence.
October 29, 2024
The Voter Education Series
Dr. Rhiannon Miller and Dr. Adam Myers collaborated on a three part lecture series over the month of October to discuss different key topics and issues that would feature on the ballot in the November 2024 Presidential Election.
September 29, 2024
“Working with Immigrants in an Election Season: A Conversation with PC Alumni”
Providence College alumni come back to campus for a panel discussion on working in the immigration field; Pedro Aleman Perfecto ’17, Christina Roca ’21, Vania Ramos Pinto Pereria ’17, Jose Maza ’21, and Susan Mendl ’17.
October 2, 2024
60 Seconds of Sociology with Dr. Brandon Martinez
Dr. Brandon Martinez, Associate Professor of Sociology, explains his paper, “Latinx Blue Wave or Religious Red Shift? The Relationship between Evangelicalism, Church Attendance, and President Trump among Latinx Americans” published this past summer 2024 in SOCIUS.
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