Michelle Maroto

The flu is everywhere. So why aren’t Canadians getting vaccinated for viral illnesses? Despite overwhelming research showing that flu vaccines keep people out of hospital, fewer Canadians are getting vaccinated. Trust isn’t the only factor keeping people from getting the jab.

🧵The flu is everywhere and our hospitals are overwhelmed with viral illness patients.

At the same time, seasonal vaccination rates are declining in Canada.

For The Conversation @amykaler.bsky.social @mmaroto.bsky.social and I wrote about why this is happening and what we need to do differently.

Volume 67, issue 1, of TSQ is now LIVE, featuring articles by @achalfoun.bsky.social, @gio-rossi.bsky.social, @daeunjung.bsky.social, @djhardingsoc.bsky.social, @criminovelist.bsky.social, @mmaroto.bsky.social, @dnpetti.bsky.social, @andiewinnipeg.bsky.social, and more!

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In our latest collection of free teaching resources, we explore #sociology with Dr Michelle Maroto @mmaroto.bsky.social, Dr Zohreh BayatRizi and Dr Guillaume Durou, from the University of Alberta @ualberta.bsky.social in Canada.

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🚨🚨The first of three UTM Sociology Speakers @utm-research.bsky.social @uoftsociology.bsky.social @mmaroto.bsky.social Nov 17

Today @mmaroto.bsky.social @amykaler.bsky.social and I are featured in the @thetyee.ca to discuss the mistake employers are making by mandating workers back to the office.

As back-to-school season approaches, Canadian employers are making a mistake by mandating workers back to the office Remote-work flexibility has supported workplace equity helped limit outbreaks of respiratory infections. Back-to-offices mandates could erase those gains, especially with lowered vaccination rates.

🧵Doug Ford and major Canadian employers have been busy implementing blanket return-to-office policies that unions oppose. In the @theconversation.com , @mmaroto.bsky.social @amykaler.bsky.social and I show how these policies harm workers and contribute to our multiple ongoing public health crises.

And so great seeing you!

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Large clouds currently hang over what we do as sociologists. Even in Canada, we’re dealing with the underfunding of higher education. Things can feel pretty dark sometimes. Thank you, #ASA2025, for reminding me why we do what we do and for the chance to spend time with so many amazing people.

#Vaccination & social trust in #Alberta: new research from @mmaroto.bsky.social @andiewinnipeg.bsky.social & me. #Measles outbreaks make this especially timely. @picardonhealth.bsky.social of interest to your readers?

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🧵Why are seasonal childhood vaccination rates falling after the initial stages of the COVID-19 pandemic despite a mass increase of viral illness?

@mmaroto.bsky.social @amykaler.bsky.social and I add some new understanding to this in our new paper published in The Sociological Quarterly

Assistant Professor - Madison, Wisconsin, United States Current Employees: If you are currently employed at any of the Universities of Wisconsin, log in to Workday to apply through the internal application process.Job Category:FacultyEmployment Type:Regula...

We're hiring! Please share with your networks!

The Department of Sociology at the University of Wisconsin-Madison invites applications for a tenure-track position at the rank of assistant professor in the field of demography of health and aging beginning in August 2026
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🚨 Job alert: The Department of Sociology at the University of Toronto is hiring an Assistant Professor in the Sociology of Race and Ethnicity.
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I'll be at ASA and would be happy to chat with interested candidates. Please share widely! #Socsky

Congrats!

New chapter !

Social Inequalities

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In The Oxford Handbook of Social Policy in Canada edited by Béland, Mahon, & Smith

Opinion: U of A puts up barriers to access by cutting child care We call on the U of A to make the choice to continue to support families and the larger community.

The University of Alberta made the decision to stop funding all university affiliated child care centres.

Dr. @mmaroto.bsky.social and I wrote about the consequences of this decision and how it will not only harm the university, but the Edmonton community.

The Transforming Research for Social Impact (TRSI) Hub is finally coming to life and we’re hiring a project manager. Come join us! apps.ualberta.ca/careers/post...

FREE TO READ THROUGH APRIL 30

"Nepo Babies and the Myth of Meritocracy" by Jordan Foster and Michelle Maroto (@mmaroto.bsky.social) is free to read now through April 30.

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NEW ISSUE ALERT!

Volume 66, issue 2, of The Sociological Quarterly is now live, featuring articles from @mmaroto.bsky.social, @gaylekaufman.bsky.social, @drcompton.bsky.social, @evanstewart.bsky.social, @profsamperry.bsky.social, @dmonaghan.bsky.social, and more!

Read more at bit.ly/3X8U77W

As Disability in Society section chair, I’m pleased to announce our call for awards! Please submit!

Section on Disability in Society People with Disabilities as a Population with Health Disparities (Co-sponsored by Section on Medical Sociology) The National Institutes of Health (NIH) recently designated people with disabilities as a population with health disparities. This designation is a result of disability advocacy efforts and a step toward recognizing disabled individuals as a minority group with unique health and healthcare concerns. The purpose of this co-sponsored session is to highlight innovative, sociological work that examines health disparities among disabled persons. (Session Organizer) Kenzie Mintus, Indiana University Indianapolis The Future of Work for Disabled Workers In the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, more Americans are seeking out remote work options. Remote work (or work from home) opportunities are particularly beneficial for disabled workers. However, increasingly large companies are rolling back remote work options. As companies shift their work from home policies, demand for remote work may increase—creating competition from nondisabled workers who benefit from flexible work policies as well. The purpose of this session is to understand how current work policies will shape the future of work for disabled workers. (Session Organizer) Kenzie Mintus, Indiana University Indianapolis Section on Disability in Society Roundtables This roundtable session will explore various topics related to the sociology of disability. (Session Organizer) Kenzie Mintus, Indiana University Indianapolis

I know there is a lot happening in the world right now, but for those of you planning to attend #ASA2025, please consider your submitting your work to our @asadisability.bsky.social sessions. We need to highlight our work & find community now more than ever. Deadline 02/26.
#Sociology #Disability

Think about submitting to ISA RC33 in Napoli. @mmaroto.bsky.social and I are organizing a session on audit methods.

Vacancy: Editorial Officer Apply now to join the Sociological Review Foundation in a part-time role

Our journal @sociologicalreview.bsky.social is looking for an editorial officer, 10 hours a week. If you are a PhD candidate in #Sociology or a neighbouring discipline, this would be an ideal job for you.

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New RA on the team.

MethodsNET is looking for Co-Convenors!
Shape and lead our communities: Qualitative/Interpretive., Case Based/Comparative, MixedMethods, Methods&Global South, Teaching Methods.
Apply: Send info@methodsnet.org by Jan 22 your preferred community, motivation, and ideas (M-NET membership required).

Really glad to see @picardonhealth.bsky.social picking up new research by @mmaroto.bsky.social @andiyeg.bsky.social and me. Virus surges aren’t going away, most workplace “sick leave” is inadequate, and women who parent are bearing the brunt of amped-up caregiving demands.

“I’ve Never Felt So Confused”: A Mixed-Method Study of Managing Family-to-Work Conflict During the Tripledemic - Journal of Child and Family Studies The COVID-19 pandemic disproportionately affected those with caregiving responsibilities and its impacts continue. Through the fall of 2022, the circulation of RSV, influenza, and COVID-19 – a “triple...

🧵The first paper from our project on viral illness in Alberta has been published.

@mmaroto.bsky.social , @amykaler.bsky.social and I find that for many working parents balancing persistent circulation of sickness is untenable, and many have reached a point of resignation.

Want to add a few questions to the General Social Survey? The 2026 module competition is open now! gss.norc.org/content/dam/...

And thanks to you! It’s a great issue!

The Canadian Sociological Association is seeking a new Editorial team for the Canadian Review of Sociology from June 2025. Happy to answer any questions from interested Sociologists.

Please see the call here: www.csa-scs.ca/news/crs-cal...

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Happy Halloween!