Luff, Tracy
Title: Professor of Sociology / Honors Program Director
College: College of Professional and Liberal Studies
Department: Department of Social Work and Sociology, Honors Program, Safe Zone
Phone: 304-384-5242
Discipline: Sociology
Room: Marsh Hall 212
Box: F42
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Luff, Tracy
Biography
Dr. Tracy Luff has been a member of the Concord University faculty since 2003. Her academic journey includes roles as an Assistant Professor at Viterbo College in La Crosse, WI, and Midway College in Midway, KY, as well as an Instructor at Roanoke College in Salem, VA. Over the years, she has taught an extensive array of sociology courses. Her published research centers on gender, sexuality, deviance and the construction of social problems. In 2015, Dr. Luff assumed the role of Director of the University Honors Program, a position she continues to hold with dedication and enthusiasm. Her current research interests revolve around understanding and supporting high-achieving college students, particularly concerning their mental health and overall wellness.
Education
Ph.D, M.S., Sociology, Virginia Tech (1996, 1989)
B.S., Psychology, Salisbury University (1987)
Research
Hoffman, K., Luff, T., & Berntson, M. (2014). The impact of peers and perceptions on hooking up. College Student Affairs Journal, 32(1), 129.