Home: Lubbock, Texas
UT Dallas Degree: Phd – Public Policy and Political Economy, 2012
Profession: Visiting Assistant Professor, Department of Political Science at Texas Tech University
I was a CONACYT scholar, a scholarship program with the Mexican government. Thanks to this scholarship and the agreement between CONACYT and UT Dallas, I was able to complete my doctoral degree.
I teach courses related to poverty and inequality in the U.S., Mexico’s political economy and Latin American politics. My research agenda covers: evaluation of social assistance programs and Mexican elections.
Before my doctoral studies when I was living in Mexico, I worked as an instructor at Tec de Monterrey (Guadalajara Campus) and Universidad de Guadalajara. I was also Head of Special Projects at the Planning Department of Guadalajara’s City Hall (2004-2007).
My PhD has helped me redefine a new lifestyle. I have a broader and more analytical perspective of current social problems. It has opened new doors for professional opportunities.
The amazing faculty I worked with: Dr. Brian Berry, Dr. Patrick Brandt, Dr. Jennifer Holmes, Dr. Sheila Pineres, Dr. Euel Elliot, Dr. Jargowsky, Dr. Sheryl Skaggs. They were always very cheerful and willing to help.
I would suggest to always look at the big picture and be passionate about your career goals. Everything is possible with hard work and dedication.