The American Sociological Association is thrilled to announce the recognition of eight sociologists by leading science associations for their outstanding contributions to the field. Six sociologists have been elected as new members of the American Academy of Arts & Sciences’ 2024 cohort, while two others have been named fellows in the American Association for the Advancement of Science’s newest class.
The academy has recognized these individuals for their expertise and invited them to join its esteemed ranks, where they can collaborate with other distinguished professionals from various fields and advance the common good by bridging disciplines. These sociologists include 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.
In addition to this recognition, Michelle J. Budig from the University of Massachusetts and Kathryn Yount from Emory University have been named fellows in the AAAS’s latest class for their outstanding contributions to advancing science and its applications in service to society. These accolades are a testament to their dedication and exceptional work in the field of sociology.
As a nonprofit membership association founded in 1905, the American Sociological Association supports its members’ research efforts, promotes sociology as a science and profession, and advocates for its use in shaping society for the better. The association congratulates these exceptional sociologists on their well-deserved recognition by leading science associations.