Laura Mentore

Laura Mentore is an Associate Professor at the University of Mary Washington, affiliated with the Department of Sociology and Anthropology. Her work bridges sociocultural anthropology and ethnographic research, with a focus on indigenous communities like the Waiwai of Guyana.

• Education: B.A. from the University of Virginia, Ph.D. from the University of Cambridge

Her research explores the interplay between cultural traditions, social dynamics, and indigenous identities in the Caribbean and South America. She has contributed to public discourse through radio appearances on With Good Reason, discussing her fieldwork and findings.

Contact: Email lmentore@umw.edu or visit her office at Room 19, 1201 William Street.