Committing Sociology

Committing Sociology: Critical Perspectives on our Social World, 1st Edition, is a textbook that introduces students to the core commitments of sociological inquiry. The work highlights how sociological practice addresses uncomfortable goals, including illuminating injustices, speaking truth to power, and working collaboratively with communities to drive change.

The volume introduces foundational theoretical traditions and research methodologies alongside critical analyses of social institutions. It emphasizes how values and ideologies influence research practices while addressing topics such as culture, identity, and family socialization.

A central focus of the text is guiding sociological inquiry toward empowering vulnerable populations, transitioning from observing groups from afar to conducting research with communities.