American Journal of Sociology

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The American Journal of Sociology is a significant academic periodical dedicated to the field of sociology. Founded in 1895 by Albion W. Small at the University of Chicago, it was the first U.S. periodical of its kind. Small, who was also the first professor of sociology in the United States, established the first sociology department at the University of Chicago in 1892. The journal has played a crucial role in the institutionalization and development of sociology as an academic discipline, publishing research and fostering discussion within the field.12

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Albion W. Small
…of his life edited, the American Journal of Sociology, the first U.S. periodical of consequence devoted to the subject.
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…of his life edited, the American Journal of Sociology, the first U.S. periodical of consequence devoted to the subject.
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In 1895 the American Journal of Sociology began publication at the University of Chicago; in time a large number of journals followed in many other countries. Ten years later the American Sociological Society was organized, also to be followed by a large number of national, regional, international, and…
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In 1895 the American Journal of Sociology began publication at the University of Chicago; in time a large number of journals followed in many other countries. Ten years later the American Sociological Society was organized, also to be followed by a large number of national, regional, international, and…
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