Problem-Solving Sociology

Problem-solving sociology uses sociological insights and ideas to solve social problems, and uses the solving of social problems to advance sociological theory.  See this brief introduction and this theoretical discussion, listen to a podcast, or order the book.


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Upcoming Events

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Monday, Dec. 4, 2023 at 10AM Pacific / 1PM Eastern

PSE Workshop with Shang Liu (Zoom Link)

"Schools of Civic Subordination: Independent, Participation-oriented NGOs training the Chinese State’s Good Students" 


March 29, 2024 at 12PM Pacific / 3PM Eastern 

Panel Discussion on "Solving Climate Change II" with Joshua Basseches, Ankit Bhardwaj, Tyler Braswell, Daniel Driscoll, and Raka Sen (Zoom Link: TBA)

Mirta Toledo, "Pure Diversity"