Ricardo Pérez

Ricardo Pérez is a Professor of Anthropology, Sociology, Criminology, and Social Work at Eastern Connecticut State University. He holds a Ph.D. from the University of Connecticut and specializes in Caribbean transnational migration, globalization, sustainable development, and environmental policy. His research focuses on Cuba’s tourism development post-Soviet collapse, emphasizing sustainable models for the Caribbean region.

His teaching philosophy emphasizes student-centered learning, critical thinking, and community engagement. He teaches courses like ‘Latinos in the United States,’ highlighting cultural contributions of Latino communities. Notable projects include curating a museum exhibit on Latin American immigration to Willimantic and collaborating to launch Eastern’s Anthropology major in 2020.

Recent articles and reviews span Caribbean migration, Cuban tourism policy, Puerto Rican environmental policy, and transnational livelihoods. His work bridges academic research with community-based learning, fostering student engagement through service projects.