Current Research Interests

This past summer I had the opportunity to work with Dr. Jose Alamillo to conduct research entitled "Building Bridges Through Spanish-Language Radio in the Pacific Northwest."  I presented my work at the 2nd annual Washington State University McNair Research Symposium and the 10th annual Ronald E. McNair National Research Conference. I hope to also present at the NACCS conference in spring.

Abstract
This case study reveals the role that locally owned commercial primary Spanish language radio station, KZHR 92.5 FM has played in the economic, cultural, religious, and political growth of the Mexican-Chicana/o community in the Tri-Cities.  Using oral history interviews and archival materials I argue that Spanish-language media is essential to the future growth of Mexican-Chicana/o communities in the Pacific Northwest and that there is sufficient evidence to foster further study in the area of community empowerment via Spanish-language media.