Laura A Garbes

Laura A Garbes is an Assistant Professor in Sociology at the University of Minnesota (Twin Cities). Her research focuses on racial dynamics in media institutions, digital platforms, and journalistic practices. She explores how marginalized voices navigate systemic barriers and contribute to evolving news ecosystems.

Research Interests:

• Media sociology and racial justice
• Digital platform activism
• Institutional isomorphism and whiteness in public radio
• Double consciousness in cultural production
• Anti-Black racism in political discourse

Publication Trends: Recent work (2022-2025) examines journalists of color as occupational activists, critiques of media institutions during crises, and the historical racialization of public radio. Her research often intersects critical race theory with media studies.