Professor Flores Receives 2026 PSA Sociological Praxis Award

July 13, 2026
Banner announcing that Professor Ed Flores has been honored with the 2026 Pacific Sociological Association's Distinguished Contribution to Sociological Praxis Award. The banner features a headshot of Professor Flores on the left, the Pacific Sociological Association logo on the right, and the award announcement in large navy and gold text on a light background with decorative laurels and a blue banner along the bottom.

The UC Merced Sociology Department congratulates Professor Ed Flores on receiving the 2026 Pacific Sociological Association's Distinguished Contribution to Sociological Praxis Award. This award recognizes sociological work that has made a positive impact on social and organizational institutions, strengthened communities, improved organizational performance, and/or eased human suffering. We are proud to celebrate this well-deserved recognition of Professor Flores' outstanding contributions and commitment to applying sociology to address real-world challenges. Congratulations, Professor Flores!