Albert Sergio Laguna

Albert Sergio Laguna is Assistant Professor of Ethnicity, Race & Migration and American Studies at Yale University. His interdisciplinary work bridges cultural studies, performance, and diaspora theory, with a focus on Cuban American experiences.

Research Interests: His scholarship centers on transnational Latino/a literatures and cultures, humor theory, performance studies, and the Cuban diaspora. He explores how play, laughter, and popular culture function as modes of resistance and identity formation within diasporic communities.

The thematic trends across his publications reveal a sustained engagement with Latino cultural expression, diasporic identity, media representation, and the politics of humor. His work spans academic journals and public-facing platforms, reflecting a commitment to public scholarship.

Scientific Awards:

• 2012 Article Award from the Latina/o Studies Section of the Latin American Studies Association
• Honorable Mention for the Jack Rosenbalm Prize from the American Humor Studies Association

Grants & Advising: While specific grants and advisees are not mentioned in the text, his recognition through competitive awards suggests external scholarly validation. He likely mentors students in Ethnicity, Race & Migration and American Studies, guiding research on Latino cultures and diasporic performance.

Labs & Teams: No specific research labs or collaborative teams are mentioned in the provided text.