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André Turmel is a sociologist in the Sociology Department at Laval University in Quebec. He has maintained an active academic career with numerous publications spanning several decades, primarily focused on institutional sociology, the sociology of academia, and French Canadian cultural studies. His work appears frequently in academic collections published by Les Presses de l'Université Laval.
- Position: Professor in Sociology Department
- Institution: Laval University
- School: Faculty of Social Sciences
- Email: Andre.Turmel@soc.ulaval.ca
Turmel's research interests center on institutional sociology, the sociology of academia, and French Canadian cultural studies. His work examines the relationship between research and teaching in academic practice, the concept of institutions, cultural identity in French Canada, and disciplinary boundaries in social sciences. His notable contributions include analyzing the sociology of university practice and exploring French cultural identity in North America.
His publications reveal a consistent focus on the theoretical foundations of sociology while addressing practical applications in Quebec society. Turmel has contributed significantly to understanding how academic institutions function, particularly examining the tension between research and teaching activities within universities. His work on institutional theory provides valuable insights into how social structures shape academic practice.
Turmel has edited multiple conference proceedings, including the 1990 ACSALF conference on Sociological and Anthropological Workshops and the 1984 ACSALF conference on Social Control. His scholarly output demonstrates a commitment to advancing sociological thought in Quebec while engaging with broader theoretical frameworks.
His academic contributions span cultural sociology, institutional theory, sociology of education, and French Canadian studies. Turmel's work bridges theoretical sociology with practical applications in Quebec's academic and cultural context, making significant contributions to understanding the interplay between cultural identity, institutional structures, and academic practice in French Canada.
