Kevin Kandamby

Kevin Kandamby is a MexiLankan (Mexican and Sri Lankan) graduate student at UCLA's Department of Chicana/o-Latina/o Studies, focusing on AsianLatinx mixed identity formation. His research interrogates monoracialization processes among nonwhite diasporic communities.

Education:

• B.A. in Chicana/o-Latina/o Studies (Pitzer College)

Research interests include:

• AsianLatinx identity formation
• Interethnic relations
• Diaspora and spatial politics
• STEM equity for Latinx students

Scientific awards include:

• Institute of American Cultures Graduate/Predoctoral Fellowship
• UCLA Gold Shield Ethnic Studies Graduate Fellowship
• Multiple SSRC-MMGIP and UC Humanities Research Institute Grants