Dr. Albert Camarillo

Professor

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Biography

Albert Camarillo is a distinguished scholar in the field of Mexican American history and Chicano Studies. He received his Ph.D. in U.S. History from UCLA in 1975. Over his academic career, Camarillo has published eight books and numerous articles, focusing on the experiences of Mexican Americans and immigrant groups in American cities. His notable works include 'Chicanos Changing Society' and 'Chicanos in California: A History of Mexican Americans'. Camarillo has received multiple prestigious teaching awards, including the Lloyd W. Dinkelspiel Award and the Walter J. Gores Award for excellence in teaching at Stanford. In addition, he was honored with the President’s Award for Excellence in Diversity in 2011. His commitment to volunteer service and student engagement has also been recognized with the Miriam Roland Prize. Through various leadership roles, including President of the Organization of American Historians, Camarillo has contributed significantly to the academic community and plays a vital role in promoting diversity and inclusion in higher education. Currently, he is the Leon Sloss Jr. Memorial Professor, Emeritus at Stanford University.

Research Interests

Experience

Emeritus Faculty, Acad Council

2011-01-01 — Present

Stanford University • Stanford, California

Professor Emeritus in the Department of History, focusing on scholarly research and community engagement.

Professor, School of Education

2008-01-01 — Present

Stanford University • Stanford, California

Teaching and conducting research in educational history and policies affecting minority groups.

Founding Director

1996-01-01 — 2002-01-01

Center for Comparative Studies in Race & Ethnicity • Stanford, California

Established and directed an academic center dedicated to race and ethnicity studies.

Awards

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President's Award for Excellence in Diversity

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Richard W. Lyman Award

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Miriam Roland Prize for Volunteer Service

Courses

HISTORY 299F URBANST 199

Requirements for Stanford University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:26
Reading
Required:26
Writing
Required:26
Speaking
Required:26
Total
Required:100
GRE General
Verbal
Required:160
Quantitative
Required:165
Analytical Writing
Required:4.5
Overall
Required:4.5
Prerequisites
Bachelor degree from an accredited institution Strong background in mathematics and programming
Application Checklist
  • Statement of Purpose
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • Official transcripts
  • Resume/CV
Specialization Notes

The Computer Science department emphasizes research potential. GRE General is currently optional but recommended for some tracks.