The American Sociological Association is thrilled to announce that eight of its members have been recognized by premier science associations for their exceptional contributions to the field. This includes six sociologists who have been elected to the American Academy of Arts & Sciences’ 2024 cohort of new members. These individuals have been acknowledged for their excellence and are invited to join the academy in advancing the common good by connecting across disciplines.
The sociologists included in the American Academy of Arts & Sciences’ 2024 cohort are: Deborah Carr from Boston University, Bruce Carruthers from Northwestern University, Prudence Carter from Brown University, Manuel Castells from USC Annenberg School for Communication and Journalism, Adia Harvey Wingfield from Washington University in St. Louis, and Sasha Killewald from the University of Michigan. These members will have the opportunity to collaborate and share their expertise with other distinguished individuals from various fields.
In addition to this recognition, two sociologists have also been named as fellows in the American Association for the Advancement of Science’s newest class. Michelle J. Budig from the University of Massachusetts and Kathryn Yount from Emory University have been honored for their contributions to the advancement of science and its applications in service to society.
Founded in 1905, the American Sociological Association is a nonprofit membership association that supports sociologists in their research, promotes sociology as a science and profession, and encourages the use of sociology by society. Congratulations to these exceptional sociologists on their well-deserved recognition in their respective science associations.