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UAB Sociology features faculty who are teaching specialists and leaders in medical sociology

The program in Sociology at UAB has the mission of developing the knowledge and tools useful in promoting individual well-being and social justice in the local community, region and nation. This is demonstrated by research interests in: homelessness, HIV/AIDS, poverty, mental health and psychological distress, technology, and urban disadvantage. The department is also unique in its focus on the social determinants of health and well-being among vulnerable populations.

10/26/2026

10/21/2026

This Friday, October 23, at 1:00 PM at the Alumni House. Register here: https://uab.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_1YpqszO1ypwlxs2

10/19/2026

Join us for the ‘Mike’ Wilson Lecture this Friday, October 23, at 1:00 PM at the Alumni House.

Anna Mueller, PhD, Luther Dana Waterman Professor of Sociology at Indiana University Bloomington, will present “Schools and the Challenge of Su***de Prevention.” Light refreshments will follow the talk.

Register here: https://uab.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_1YpqszO1ypwlxs2

Hosted by the Department of Sociology, the UAB Cares Su***de Prevention Initiative, and the Center for the Study of Sexual and Gender Health. Sponsored by the ‘Mike’ Wilson Gift, Student Counseling Services, and the Department of Psychology.

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09/28/2026

Join us for the 'Mike' Wilson Lecture featuring Dr. Anna Mueller (Indiana University Bloomington) as she discusses "Schools and the Challenge of Su***de Prevention"

🗓 Date: October 23, 2026
⏰ Time: 1:00 PM
📍 Location: UAB Alumni House
☕ Light refreshments will be served following the talk.

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09/21/2026

From Birmingham to NYC! 🐉✨ Our UAB Sociology faculty and graduate students made a major impact at the American Sociological Association’s annual meeting this August.

We are so proud of everyone who took the national stage to share groundbreaking insights, lead vital conversations, and represent Blazer excellence in the Big Apple.

09/02/2026

We got carried away with this one...

Don't Miss the Picnic!
Snacks!
Sociology!
FUN.

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