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Associate Professor of Sociology
Department Chair

Amy McClure teaches a variety of courses, including Self and Society, Sociology of Gender, Sexualities, Sociology of Emotions, Feminist Methodology, and our Senior Seminar Capstone.

Dr. McClure's research is focused on examining the processes under which social inequalities are created, maintained, and reproduced within a variety of contexts. Her most current research projects involve qualitative examinations of atheist and Pagan parenting in the Bible Belt, experiences of lower-income college students, and assessment of pedagogical strategies for teaching controversial topics.

Education

BA, Florida Atlantic University
MS, North Carolina State University
PhD, North Carolina State University

Certificate in Women's Studies Florida Atlantic University


News Features

From top left: Sophie Bostick ’26, Mary Scott ’26, Max Cohen ’26, Sophia Watson ’26, Eltavious Johnson ’26, and Olivia Prelog ’26.

September 27, 2022

A Rollins Record

With 630 first-year students, the Class of 2026 is the largest in Rollins’ 137-year history. To celebrate, we’re getting to know a few of our newest Tars as they embark on their #RollinsLife.

A Rollins Record
an outdoor classroom at Rollins College

November 04, 2021

5 Reasons Rollins Ranks in the Top 5 for Commitment to Undergraduate Teaching

U.S. News & World Report has recognized the College among the top 5 in the South for its exceptional commitment to teaching undergraduate students. Explore five of our favorite reasons Rollins rises to the top.

5 Reasons Rollins Ranks in the Top 5 for Commitment to Undergraduate Teaching
Rollins students help sort food donations into boxes.

April 01, 2020

Looking for the Helpers

The COVID-19 crisis brings to light a multitude of needs—from food and shelter to tuition assistance and access to technology—that exist among Rollins students.

Looking for the Helpers