The District of Columbia Societyseeks to promote the rigorous study of sociology and the application of sociological ideas. Founded in 1934, the Society is one of the oldest regional sociological associations in the United States. Since its inception, the Society has worked to enhance the public understanding of sociology through publications and meetings. DCSS also serves as a socialization forum for students, academics and practitioners from throughout the District of Columbia metropolitan region.
Contact Information: Dr. John Drysdale, President, DCSS, 2009-2010 Professor of Sociology and Chair of the Department of Sociology, The American University, Battelle Tompkins, T-21, 4400 Massachusetts Ave, NW, Washington, DC 20016. drysdale@american.edu, (202) 885-2488.
The District of Columbia Society seeks to promote the rigorous study of sociology and the application of sociological ideas. Founded in 1934, the Society is one of the oldest regional sociological associations in the United States. Since its inception, the Society has worked to enhance the public understanding of sociology through publications and meetings. DCSS also serves as a socialization forum for students, academics and practitioners from throughout the District of Columbia metropolitan region. 
