Abigail B. Reiter

Dr. Abigail B. Reiter is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Sociology & Criminal Justice at the University of North Carolina at Pembroke. She holds a BA from the University of Virginia, MA from UNC Wilmington, and PhD from George Mason University, specializing in Public Sociology with a focus on institutions and inequalities.

• Bachelor's: Psychology (University of Virginia)
• Master's: Public Sociology (UNC Wilmington)
• Doctorate: Public Sociology (George Mason University)

Her research examines interpersonal/institutional oppression systems including racism, heteronormativity, and sexism, with emphasis on power structures like white privilege. She employs qualitative methodologies and co-authored two foundational textbooks: Introduction to Sociological Theory (2024) and Introduction to Health Inequalities (2023). Active in social justice initiatives, she serves on university boards, the NC Sociological Association (Past-President), and advocates for human/animal justice.

Her teaching portfolio includes Sociological Theory, Masculinities Studies, Gender & Society, and Sociological Writing. Office hours: Tues/Thurs 12:15-2:15 PM, Wed 11:30 AM-2:15 PM.