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John L. Hudgins serves as Associate Professor in the Department of Applied Social and Political Science at Coppin State University. He holds dual leadership roles as Co-Director of the Graduate Program in Human Services Administration and Convener of the Coppin State University chapter of the American Association of University Professors (AAUP), demonstrating deep institutional commitment to HBCU advancement.
His educational credentials include:
- PhD in Sociology, Duke University (1987)
- MA in Sociology, University of North Carolina Chapel Hill (1982)
- BA in Sociology, Duke University (1972)
- Additional Study, Shaw University School of Divinity (1983)
Dr. Hudgins' research centers on African American political systems, Black familial structures, racial and ethnic dynamics, leadership frameworks in human services, and the strategic role of HBCUs in societal development. His work emphasizes how university education transforms individual trajectories and community impact, particularly within African American contexts. He actively investigates the intersection of sociology, public policy, and institutional empowerment through an HBCU lens.
His scholarly excellence was recognized with the University System of Maryland Regent's Faculty of the Year Award for Excellence in Teaching (2015).
As Graduate Program Co-Director, Dr. Hudgins mentors students in human services administration while advocating his core philosophy: "Students who receive university degrees live better lives and make great contributions to themselves, their families, the larger community and the society as a whole." His professional service extends to board membership at Penn North Health Services and active participation in national sociological associations.
