Theory in Sociology seminar series Semester 2 2025-2026

In this semester’s Theory in Sociology series, we are aiming to promote discussion about theoretical issues in sociology through discussion of draft chapters or articles from PGRs and staff in SPS. At each session we will discuss a draft research paper, which those in attendance will have read in advance, focusing particular attention on the theoretical issues that it raises. Papers will be circulated 2 weeks in advance. All welcome!

Programme for Semester 2, 2025-6

– Wednesday 18 March, 1-2.30pm
o Presenter: Stephen Kemp
o Provisional Title: Latour vs. Critique
– Wednesday 15 April, 1-2.30pm
o Presenter: Peaks Krafft
o Provisional Title: Authenticity and Dissimulation
– Wednesday 27 May, 1-2.30pm
o Presenter: Yufan Sun
o Provisional Title: How Sociologists Interpret the Classics: Richard Rorty, Howard Becker, and a Connected Social Epistemology
– Wednesday 1st July, 1-2.30pm
o Presenter: Ningxiang Sun
o Provisional Title: Is there a social morphology?

Location: All discussions will be in Conference Room 3.15, third floor, CMB