Stephen Lippmann

Stephen Lippmann is a Professor of Sociology at Miami University, specializing in organizations and work dynamics. His research focuses on cultural industries, entrepreneurship, and employment flexibility, with notable work on radio broadcasting history and soap opera decline. He holds a PhD in Sociology from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, alongside MA and BA degrees from UNC Chapel Hill and the University of New Hampshire.

Education:

• PhD in Sociology - University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill
• MA in Sociology - University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill
• BA in Sociology - University of New Hampshire

Research Interests:
Explores organizational evolution through historical lenses, including the emergence of radio broadcasting and entrepreneurial networks. Examines labor market dynamics affecting older workers and pedagogical strategies for effective classroom engagement.

Publications:
Recent work includes analyses of generational entrepreneurship, wireless telegraphy legitimation strategies, and health insurance challenges in flexible labor markets. His textbook Organizations Evolving (3rd ed.) is a key resource in organizational theory.

Awards and Grants:
No awards explicitly listed, though his extensive publication record indicates sustained academic recognition. Active in securing research grants related to labor markets and organizational history.

Labs/Teams:
Collaborates with interdisciplinary teams on projects involving industry evolution and entrepreneurship, leveraging Miami University’s sociology resources.