Inaugural Gary and Pela Gereffi Alumni Panel

Duke Sociology & the Global Economy: Alumni Reflections on the Study of International Markets and Global Supply Chains

Join us for an engaging discussion on how Duke Sociology has played a leading role in shaping the fields of Global Commodity Chains and Global Value Chains, driving ongoing debates on industrial policy and global supply chains. This panel will highlight a case study of how faculty and graduate students at Duke have advanced cutting-edge research in economic sociology with real-world policy impact. Prospective students will gain valuable insights into how Duke’s dynamic academic environment fosters innovation, supports graduate research, and prepares students for influential careers.

Panelists:

Jennifer Bair (Duke Sociology PhD, 2002)
Senior Associate Dean for Academic Affairs and Professor of Sociology
University of Virginia

Michelle Christian (Duke Sociology PhD, 2011)
Associate Professor of Sociology
University of Tennessee, Knoxville

Moderator:

Gary Gereffi
Emeritus Professor of Sociology
Duke University