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Alejandro holds a PhD in Sociology with a specialization in Political Economy, awarded the Vanier Scholarship, Canada’s prestigious international award for doctoral students. His research interests include migration and diasporas, race and ethnicity, identities, and youth in Canada and Latin America. Alejandro has substantial experience in researching youth migration, policy evaluation, and education management in Canada and Mexico. His recent work focuses on the economic integration experiences and transnational ties of Mexican youth in Ottawa and Montreal. He has been actively involved in various community and academic committees, including the Canadian Sociological Association and the Canadian Association for Latin American and Caribbean Studies. Alejandro teaches courses on Race and Ethnic Relations, Research Methods, Field Research, and Introduction to Society, applying critical and interdisciplinary perspectives to social phenomena and fostering students' understanding of research methodologies. His publications cover topics on the intersectionality of agency and structure, the economic integration challenges faced by Latinos in Canada, and the roles of Mexican rural youth in migration processes to the United States.
Concordia University • Montreal
Teaching and researching topics related to Sociology and Anthropology, with a focus on migration, race, and youth.
Administered by the Mel Hoppenheim School of Cinema; focuses on cinematic arts practice and research-creation.