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Proposed Bylaws Amendments for Nashvillle 2026

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Sociology affiliate seeks award nominations

The Southwestern Sociology Association is seeking nominations for its service and paper awards for the 2026 Annual Meeting in Nashville, Tennessee. Awards include: The Norma Williams Distinguished Service Award Outstanding Published Paper Award The Robert Beckley Award for Outstanding ...
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Amendments to SSSA Bylaws Proposed

Amendments to the SSSA bylaws will be before the membership at the Nashville 2026 Annual Meeting. The proposal will add seats to the association’s Council improve the affiliates’ voices on the Council as well as ...
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