Dr. Sarah Gatson

Associate Professor

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Biography

Sarah Gatson is an Associate Professor in the Department of Sociology at Texas A&M University. She specializes in multiple research areas, particularly focusing on Crime, Law, and Deviance, Culture, Race, Class, and Gender. Her research interests also include Race/Ethnicity, Law and Society, and Cultural Sociology, offering a comprehensive lens on contemporary societal issues. Gatson is actively involved in community initiatives such as the Urban Howdy Farm and Ags REACH, which emphasize sustainable agriculture and support for diverse communities. Additionally, she teaches a range of sociology courses including Sociology of Family, Sociology of Law, and Qualitative Methods, equipping students with the analytical tools to engage critically with societal dynamics. Gatson holds a Ph.D. from Northwestern University, where she developed her foundation in Sociology and enhanced her expertise in qualitative research methods. Her dedication to education and community engagement underscores her commitment to fostering a deeper understanding of social structures and cultural narratives.

Research Interests

Courses

SOCI 210: Sociology Science Technology SOCI 212: Sociology Popular Culture SOCI 315: Marriage Institution SOCI 404: Sociology Community SOCI 445: Sociology Law SOCI 603: Contemporary Family SOCI 624: Qualitative Methods SOCI 629: Sociology Law SOCI 651: Sociology Culture SOCI 657: Popular Culture

Requirements for Texas A&M University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
GRE General
TOEFL
Total
Required:80
Prerequisites
Baccalaureate degree Baccalaureate degree in Communication or related field preferred
Application Checklist
  • Curriculum Vita
  • Statement of Purpose (500-750 words)
  • Writing Sample (up to 10,000 words)
  • Three Letters of Recommendation
  • Unofficial Transcripts
  • GraduateCAS Application
Specialization Notes

Department: Department of Communication and Journalism. Ph.D. program only currently admitting. GRE is test-optional.