Birthdate: June 29, 1886
Sun Sign: Cancer
Birthplace: Butler, Georgia, United States
Died: April 27, 1959
William Fielding Ogburn was a prominent American sociologist, statistician, and educator who held influential positions at Columbia University and the University of Chicago. He served as the president of the American Sociological Society and the American Statistical Association. Ogburn is known for his research on social change and technological advancements, particularly for introducing the concept of “Cultural lag.” With over 175 articles to his name, he made significant contributions to understanding the stages of technical development, including invention, accumulation, diffusion, and adjustment.
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