Alfred P. Flores

Alfred P. Flores is an Associate Professor of Asian American Studies in the Department of Humanities, Social Sciences, and the Arts (HSA) at Harvey Mudd College. He holds extended faculty status in the History Department at Claremont Graduate University and is a core faculty member in the Intercollegiate Program in American Studies at the Claremont Colleges. His academic work bridges history, ethnic studies, and Pacific Islander scholarship.

• PhD in History, University of California, Los Angeles
• Graduate Concentration in Asian American Studies, UCLA
• M.A. in History, University of California, Riverside
• B.A. in History, University of California, Riverside
• A.A. in Liberal Arts, College of the Desert

Professor Flores's research centers on settler colonialism, militarization, labor, and indigeneity in Oceania, particularly Guåhan (Guam). His scholarship explores U.S. empire, diaspora, oral history, and the intersections of race and power in the Pacific. He is deeply committed to decolonizing methodologies and amplifying Pacific Islander voices in academic discourse.

His recent publications reflect a strong thematic focus on U.S. colonialism in the Pacific, civilian military labor, and the development of Pacific Islander Studies as a field. His 2023 monograph Tip of the Spear is a landmark contribution, analyzing land, labor, and militarism in postwar Guam. Other works appear in American Quarterly, Amerasia Journal, and Oxford Research Encyclopedia of American History, demonstrating interdisciplinary reach and scholarly impact.

While no specific awards are listed, his publications in top-tier journals and university presses indicate recognition in the field. His collaborative work with scholars like Kēhaulani Vaughn and Juliann Anesi underscores a commitment to collective knowledge production.

He has advised and contributed to the development of curricula in Asian American and Pacific Islander Studies, including teaching courses on Pacific Islander history, militarization, and decolonization. His work in pedagogy emphasizes first-generation scholar experiences and institutional equity in academia.

Though not explicitly stated, his affiliations and research suggest engagement with interdisciplinary research collectives focused on American Studies, ethnic studies, and Pacific Islander communities. His advocacy through writing and academic service contributes to broader institutional and societal change.