As a result, will need to know how to crosswalk your skills for employers. To do this, you need to do your homework, learn their language, and present yourself and your background in terms they will understand.”

Her advice to students: “Social scientists are increasingly in high demand because of the context we can provide to data and statistics. That being said, you will likely be applying to positions that aren't explicitly labeled as "sociologist" or "social scientist" ...

At EcoMetric, Presley evaluates utility energy-efficiency programs using social science research methods, including surveys, interviews, and market analysis, contributing to evidence-based improvements and policy decisions to promote equitable access to energy.

Presley was recently elected Chair-Elect of the Rural Sociological Society's Rural Policy Research Interest Group and presented her research at the society’s annual conference.

Fun Fact: Vaun enjoys using games as teaching tools. He has used the board game Monopoly to illustrate concepts of inequality and is currently developing a custom Dungeons and Dragons adventure designed to highlight key sociological theories. 🎲

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