Stevie R Ruiz

Stevie R Ruiz is an Associate Professor in the Department of Chicano/a Studies within the College of Humanities at California State University, Northridge, and holds a secondary affiliation with the Queer Studies program. His academic work centers on race, racism, and environmental justice with specific focus on the American West.

Education:

• Ph.D. in Ethnic Studies, University of California San Diego (2015)
• M.A., University of California San Diego (2010)
• M.A., San Diego State University (2007)
• B.A., California Polytechnic State University San Luis Obispo (2004)

Ruiz's research investigates the intersection of racial identity and environmental stewardship, examining how marginalized communities engage with ecological systems. He is currently finalizing his book manuscript Stewards of the Land: Race and Environmental Justice in the American West, which analyzes historical and contemporary relationships between racialized groups and land management. His teaching portfolio includes Race, Racism, and Science (CHS 261), reflecting his commitment to critical race theory in scientific contexts as evidenced by his Fall 2025 course schedule.