Research Discipline/Bio
I am a Ph.D. student in Sociology and Education, dedicated to exploring the intersections of race, revolution, and education. My research interests focus on teacher experiences in pre- and post-revolutionary Cuba, examined through the field of historical sociology and oral histories. With a particular emphasis on race and inequality, my work aims to understand how revolutionary ideals shape educational landscapes and teacher experiences in Cuba past-and-present.
Previously, I’ve taught elementary school and actively engaged in anti-racist educator initiatives, contributing to summer programs to foster inclusive and equitable teaching practices. My academic journey includes research on ethnic studies in higher education and critical whiteness studies, where I analyze the role of education in shaping racial (critical)consciousness and dismantling hegemonic whiteness.
Educational Background
• Bachelor of Arts and Sciences in Sociology, Minor in Hispanic Studies, University of Tennessee, Knoxville
• Master of Teaching in Childhood Education (Grades 1-6), RelayGSE
• Master of Education in Sociology and Education, Teachers College
Honors/Awards
TC Scholarship 2022-2023
Department Diversity Scholarship, Spring 2023
EPSA Research Award, Spring 2023, Fall 2024
Institute for Urban and Minority Education Scholarship, Fall 2023
TC Doctoral Fellowship, 2024-2025
Carole Sleeper Endowed Scholarship, 2024-2025
Last Updated: Oct 28, 2024