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Dr. Carlos G. Alemán is a Professor in the School of Communication Studies at James Madison University. He holds a B.A. and M.A. in Speech Communication from California State University, Fresno, and a Ph.D. in Communication Studies from the University of Iowa. His research focuses on cultural identity, family communication, immigrant advocacy, and Latinx health beliefs. A first-generation college student, he co-directs the SCOM Summer Study Abroad Program in Ireland and collaborates on projects like Immigrant Harrisonburg and the Scholars Latino Initiative. Recognized with multiple awards for community engagement, he also serves as a Professor in Residence supporting underserved high school students.
- Educations:
- B.A./M.A., Speech Communication – CSU Fresno
- Ph.D., Communication Studies – University of Iowa
Research Interests: Explores race, narrative inheritance in multicultural families, and the intersection of communication with environmental and health issues. Collaborates on autoethnographic projects and grant-funded studies on Latinx perspectives of the pandemic. His work integrates critical cultural theory with community-based advocacy.
Community Impact: Leads initiatives like the Scholars Latino Initiative, fostering academic and leadership development among Latino students. Recognized through awards for service, including the President’s Purple Star and MLK Community Service Award.
- Labs/Teams: Immigrant Harrisonburg (community storytelling project), Scholars Latino Initiative (academic mentorship), and interdisciplinary research groups on race/environment/health.
