Sociology of Emotions: Unpacking Concepts

A BSA Sociology of Emotions Study Group Event

11 November 2026 (13:00-14:00 GMT)
Online

About the Event

Our Autumn session is a space to really grapple with conceptual tensions and complexities in the field. The theme for this seminar will be emotion work and/in occupational spaces.

We will hear from two speakers:

Francesco Gentilini, University of Modena and Reggio Emilia
Title: Anticipating the Managed Heart? Emotional Expectations and the Social Construction of Occupational Desirability
Dr Caitlin Knight, University of Roehampton
Title: Unpacking State-Extracted Emotion in the Undercover Policing Inquiry

With Suzanne Butler, University of Newcastle, as discussant.

Registration

Registration for this event is open.