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Ruth Horowitz
Professor of Sociology at New York University
Ruth Horowitz is a distinguished Professor of Sociology at New York University (NYU).12 She has been part of the NYU faculty since 1997, having previously served as a Professor at the University of Delaware.1
Academic Background and Expertise
Professor Horowitz received her Ph.D. and M.A. from the University of Chicago, and her B.A. from Temple University.4 Her areas of specialization include:
- Social Control
- Urban Communities
- Field Research Methods
Research and Publications
Throughout her career, Ruth Horowitz has authored several notable ethnographies, including:
- "Honor and the American Dream: Culture and Identity in a Chicano Community" (1983)
- "Teen Mothers: Citizens or Dependents?" (1995)
- "In the Public Interest: Medical Licensing and the Disciplinary Process" (2013)12
Her work has garnered multiple book awards, including an Honorable Mention for the C. Wright Mills Award (1983), the Cooley Award (1994), and a Law Section award (2013).2
Current Research
Professor Horowitz's current research focuses on ballet dancers' careers and career transitions.4 This project examines how dancers make decisions and transition between different life stages, particularly looking at high school-aged ballet dancers and their career paths.2
Professional Roles and Recognition
In addition to her academic work, Ruth Horowitz has held several significant positions:
- Public member of the New York State Board for Professional Medical Conduct
- Former public member of the Delaware Board of Medical Practice
- Editor of the Journal of Medical Regulation (2013-2016)
- Chair of the publications committee for the Society for the Study of Symbolic Interaction13
In 2015, she received the George Herbert Mead Distinguished Career Award, recognizing her contributions to the field of sociology.2
Ruth Horowitz's LinkedIn username is ruth-horowitz-2392b216, as mentioned in the query.5
