Richard Baldoz

Richard Baldoz is an Associate Professor of American Studies at Brown University, affiliated with American Studies, Ethnic Studies, and Sociology. His research examines the intersection of U.S. empire and immigration policy, focusing on citizenship, border control, and national belonging. He explores how foreign and domestic policies shape racial and ideological boundaries of the U.S. national community. His work spans Filipino American history, Cold War radical movements, and comparative colonialism.

Education: PhD (2001), MA (1997) in History from SUNY Binghamton; BA (1992) from The Evergreen State College.

Research interests include Asian American studies, border security, and the geopolitical entanglements of U.S. immigration policy. His award-winning book The Third Asiatic Invasion analyzes Filipino migration under U.S. colonial rule. Current projects address Cold War-era immigration and national security.

Teaching includes courses on US popular culture, Asian American racial formations, and immigration/empires. Awards include recognition from the American Sociological Association and American Library Association for scholarly contributions.

Publications span 8 works across books, articles, and book sections, addressing topics like state surveillance, colonial legal systems, and migrant labor. His scholarship bridges historical analysis with contemporary policy critiques.