Adrian Burgos

Adrian Burgos is a Professor of History and Latina/Latino Studies at the University of Illinois, with affiliations to the Center for Latin American and Caribbean Studies. His research focuses on US Latino history, sport history, urban history, and African American history, examining processes of racialization, identity formation, and transnational practices among Latino communities.

• Ph.D. from University of Michigan, Ann Arbor
• Teaches courses like Caribbean Latino Migrations, Latinos & Cities, and Sport & Society

His scholarship analyzes baseball's role in US racial dynamics through works like Playing America’s Game and Cuban Star. He has advised museum exhibits at the National Baseball Hall of Fame and documentaries like Roberto Clemente. Key research areas include:

• Racial integration in sports
• Latino migration patterns
• Urbanization and ethnic communities
• Historiography of sports
• Transnational cultural practices

His publications span sport history, racial politics, and Latino studies. Notable awards include:

• National Baseball Hall of Fame Grant
• Latina/o Book Award from LASA
• Cowan Make a Difference Award for Diversity Teaching
• Centennial Scholar recognition

Burgos' work reveals how sports reflect and shape societal structures, particularly regarding race and ethnicity in North America.