Marcos Perez

Marcos Perez is an Associate Professor in the Department of Sociology and Anthropology at Washington and Lee University's The College, where he has taught since 2018. His academic work focuses on sociological analysis of power structures, social movements, and urban development, with regional expertise in Latin America. He teaches core courses including Introduction to Sociology and specialized seminars on social power dynamics.

Professor Perez's research examines contemporary social phenomena through case studies like Argentina's piqueteros movement, exploring how marginalized communities organize protest strategies. His 2025 book analyzing these movements received honorable mention for the Premio Iberoamericano Book Award, recognizing significant contributions to Latin American sociological scholarship.

Beyond teaching, Perez participates in campus discussions through panels, research groups, and the Latin American and Caribbean Studies program. He emphasizes connecting sociological theory to real-world applications, notably through his Spring Term course Global Urban Sociology which investigates social impacts of urbanization.