Victor Rodriguez

Victor Rodriguez is a Senior Lecturer in the Department of Human Sciences at the College of Arts and Sciences, University of New Haven. He holds a J.D. from Columbia School of Law and a B.A. in Political Science from Yale University. His roles include Chair of the Legal Studies and Political Science Department (2020-2023), Pre-Law Advisor (since 2021), and Director of the Legal Studies Program (since 2018).

• Languages: Fluent in English and Spanish; working knowledge of French and Italian
• Professional Memberships: Licensed member of Connecticut Bar, Puerto Rico Bar, and Texas Bar

His research and teaching focus on Legal Studies and Political Science, with an emphasis on topics like Global Legal Systems, Constitutional Interpretation, and Legal Ethics. His 2014 publication in the International Compliance Law Guide analyzed Puerto Rico's oil and gas regulations.

Victor has been frequently cited in media outlets like Forbes, News 12, and NBC Connecticut, offering expert commentary on antitrust law, executive orders, abortion legislation, and election dynamics. He also served on boards for institutions like Colegio San Ignacio and the Puerto Rico Land Conservation Trust.