David Long

David Long is a Professor teaching Introductory Sociology (SYG2000) at the College of Social Sciences. His course emphasizes critical thinking, challenging societal norms, and connecting personal experiences to broader sociological frameworks. He utilizes the open-access textbook Intro to Sociology by Ron Hammond & Paul Cheney to reduce student costs.

Contact details: Office in Building 8, Room 107. Cellphone: 352-322-0436 (no texting).

Course themes include:

• Sociological imagination and theory
• Analysis of culture, socialization, and institutions
• Critical examination of stratification, deviance, and social inequality
• Exploration of media, religion, and globalization
• Student-driven discussions requiring respectful engagement