University of Virginia sociology professor Brad Wilcox, a nationally recognized researcher on marriage, family and fatherhood and director of the National Marriage Project, has been named a University Professor, one of the University’s most prestigious appointments.
Wilcox is now the Melville Foundation Jefferson Scholars Foundation Distinguished University Professor in the College and Graduate School of Arts & Sciences. University Professors report directly to the provost and University president.
Wilcox is known for his research on the societal and individual impacts of marriage and family stability. His research has been published in The American Sociological Review and the Journal of Marriage and Family. He has appeared in numerous media outlets, from National Public Radio and NBC’s “The Today Show” to The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal and The Atlantic.
“Dr. Wilcox’s decision to remain at UVA represents a tremendous win for the University,” Jimmy Wright, president of the Jefferson Scholars Foundation, said. “His research tackles some of the most critical social questions of our time and retaining a scholar of his caliber ensures UVA will remain at the forefront of these vital discussions.”
Wilcox has published six books. World Magazine named his most recent, “Get Married: Why Americans Should Defy the Elites, Forge Strong Families, and Save Civilization,” its book of the year in the general nonfiction category.
“It’s an honor to be given this University Professorship for my teaching and scholarship on marriage and family life in America,” Wilcox said.
Wilcox said he emphasizes “the three Cs” in his writing and his teaching.
“I find that three ‘Cs’ – commitment, community and communion – are especially valuable when it comes to establishing high-quality marriages nowadays,” he said.
