Nelson Valdes

Nelson Valdes is a Professor in the Department of Sociology at the University of New Mexico (UNM). His research focuses on classical sociological theory, comparative/macrosociology, Latin American studies, race/ethnicity, rural sociology, and urban sociology. He holds a PhD from UNM and is actively involved in academic advising and departmental activities.

Education: PhD in Sociology from the University of New Mexico.

Research interests emphasize sociological theory application to Latin American contexts, structural inequality analysis, and interdisciplinary approaches to urban and rural social dynamics. Although no specific articles or awards are listed, his contributions align with UNM's sociology research specializations in crime, health, race, gender, and social movements.

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