معرفی
Dr. Richard Balzano is an Adjunct Professor in the Department of Humanities at Simmons University. His research focuses on US and Latin American history, the global Cold War, human rights, sanctions, foreign aid, extractive development, and slavery in northern New England. He teaches courses such as HIST 101 World History II, HIST 140 Early American History, and specialized seminars on insurgency, revolution, and Cold War dynamics in Latin America and the Caribbean.
Education:
- PhD in History, University of Reading (2024)
- MA in History and Political Science (Interdisciplinary), Western New Mexico University (2020)
- BA from Utica College of Syracuse University (2003)
Dr. Balzano's work bridges historical analysis with contemporary issues, examining the interplay between state sovereignty, human rights, and global economic policies. He is actively involved in mentoring undergraduate research, as seen through his participation in Simmons' Summer Undergraduate Research Program (SURPASs).
