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John Carl is an Associate Professor in the Department of Sociology at the University of Oklahoma, affiliated with the Dodge Family College of Arts and Sciences. He holds a Ph.D. in Sociology (2002) and a Master’s in Social Work, both from the University of Oklahoma. His research focuses on Criminology, the U.S. Prison system, Sociological Theory, and innovative teaching methods like the Inside-Out Prison Exchange Program.
- Education:
- Ph.D. in Sociology, University of Oklahoma, 2002
- Master’s in Social Work, University of Oklahoma
Carl’s work bridges academic research and social practice, with interests in prison reform, pandemic-related social responses, and applied sociology. He has authored textbooks such as Think Sociology and Think Social Problems (Pearson), and co-authored A Country Called Prison (Oxford U. Press). He previously served at Rose State College as an Associate Dean of Social Sciences and at East Central University as Director of the Social Work Program.
His teaching spans Criminology, Sociology of Law, and Introductory Sociology. While no specific grants or awards are highlighted, his career reflects a commitment to interdisciplinary collaboration and community engagement.
