College of Social Sciences and Public Policy
Our faculty and students are engaged in fascinating studies of the social inequalities that define our times, as seen in relationships, health outcomes, educational and professional careers, and interactions. We are also committed to sharing sociology with non-academic audiences, because our discipline provides unique insights that can improve policy responses and inform collective action. We invite you to read more about our department’s history, current research, opportunities for enriched studies, accomplished alumni, and rigorous graduate program.
—Kathi Tillman, Department Chair
Our Programs and Resources
February 17, 2025
Brianna Soulie, M.S. – Ph.D. student in sociology at FSU – presented her paper “ ‘Just Don't Look Old; That's What'll Kill You’: Examining Older Women's Response to Ageist Beauty Norms” at the Gerontological Society of America (GSA)’s 2024 Annual Scientific Meeting on Wednesday, November 13, in Seattle. …
February 17, 2025
Florida State University’s College of Social Sciences and Public Policy celebrated their 2024 class of Distinguished Alumni – John Dailey, Renisha Gibbs, Vincent Long, and Kathy Mears – at the Distinguished Alumni Gala on Tuesday, February 4. …
February 12, 2025
Florida State University’s Career Center will hold a conference designed to connect students with 30 distinguished alumni, including COSSPP alumni, across leading public service organizations on Tuesday, Feb. 18. …