Randolph Hohle Jr

Randolph Hohle Jr. serves as Professor of Sociology at the State University of New York at Fredonia, where his research critically examines intersections of race, racism, and political economy in shaping lived experiences of citizenship, urban space, and embodiment.

Education

• Ph.D., University at Albany, SUNY

Research Interests: Hohle's scholarship centers on Racism and Neoliberalism, Urban Development in the Rust Belt, Embodiment and Citizenship, and Political Economy and Culture. His work reveals how systemic racism permeates housing, education, and mobility while challenging traditional notions of citizenship through embodied social movement practices. He pioneers analysis of reputational dynamics in post-industrial urban revitalization, particularly in Buffalo, New York.

Publication Trends: His 12 most recent publications (2009-2022) demonstrate consistent focus on racial capitalism's urban manifestations, with increasing attention to Rust Belt cities after 2018. Key thematic evolution shows early emphasis on civil rights movement embodiment shifting toward contemporary analyses of student debt, housing policy, and place-based stigma under neoliberalism. Methodologically, he blends historical sociology with cultural analysis across books and interdisciplinary journals.

Professional Activities: Hohle teaches foundational courses including Introduction to Sociology (Soc 116), Research Methods (Soc 300), and City and Community (Soc 324). His public engagement includes media contributions such as an Al Jazeera feature (2021), translating academic insights for broader audiences on urban inequality.