Association of Sociology Graduate Students (ASGS)

ASGS is a student-run organization consisting of and working for doctoral students in the Sociology Department at Stanford University.

The ASGS partners with graduate students and faculty to cultivate a strong sense of belonging and inclusion within the Stanford sociology community, promote open communication and collaboration across all levels of the department and empower graduate students to thrive personally and academically.

ASGS is made up of current sociology PhD students in our department, and positions are filled each year through election and nomination by their peers. ASGS members are an important link between the graduate students and our faculty and staff, providing constant feedback about student needs and interests.  ASGS also assists in admissions, organizes community service activities, and plans social events for the department. 

• Co-chair, Academic Affairs: Monica Gao
• Co-chair, Admissions: Emily Johnson
• Co-chair, Community Engagement: Michelle Casas
• First-year Representative: Helen Webley-Brown
• Representatives: Tianhao Hou, Swan Ye Htut, Renee Louis, Tommy Ren, and Yao Xu