Adolfho Romero Full CV (PDF)
Education
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Ph.D., Industrial and Labor Relations
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School of Industrial and Labor Relations. Specialization in Global Labor and Work.
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M.A., Latin American Studies
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Specialization in Latinx Studies, Migration and Transnational Studies. MA Essay: “¡Sí se puede! Yes, We Can! An Analysis of a Non-profit Organization and its Effectiveness. The Farmworkers Association of Florida.”
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B.A., Spanish
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Minor in Latino and Latin American Studies. Human Resources Development. Senior Thesis on Puerto Rican displacement and gentrification.
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Associate of Arts with Honors
Research Interests
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Areas
Academic Research Experience
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Research Assistant to Dr. Andrew Wolf
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- Spanish-language interviews with members of the Fund Excluded Workers Coalition.
- Transcription support and analysis of coalition strategies and migrant worker exclusion.
- Survey outreach for a Cornell–Syracuse University study on the Unemployment Bridge Program.
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Research Assistant to Dr. Paul Ortiz
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- Compiled and organized archival materials on U.S. labor and farmworker organizing.
- Supported research for a forthcoming book on union-led social movements during the Great Depression.
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ILR Research Aide IV to Dr. Shannon Gleeson
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- Co-author on Aztlán 50th Anniversary issue on Latinx labor rights and workplace enforcement.
- Contributor to “Cities, Migrants, and Labor Conditions” chapter.
- Synthesized comparative cases across the U.S., Europe, and Latin America.
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Assistant Director, Samuel Proctor Oral History Program
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- Supervised grant-funded teams and managed fieldwork initiatives including the Mississippi Delta trip.
- Co-managed the Doris Duke Revitalizing Oral History project.
- Co-taught seminars and organized public programs.
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Graduate Assistant & Project Coordinator
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- Co-taught internship courses and led oral history training workshops.
- Managed metadata and digital collections for archival projects.
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Research Coordinator
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- Led outreach to improve Medicaid enrollment and community health access.
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Graduate Intern
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- MA internship on nonprofit effectiveness at FWAF.
- Supported pandemic response efforts including PPE distribution and testing.
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Research Assistant to Dr. Victor Ortiz
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- GIS mapping and spatial analysis of Latino settlement patterns.
- Developed databases and community survey instruments.
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Peer Tutor and Writing Fellow
Research Grants
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Network to Freedom Underground Railroad
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Reanimating African American Oral Histories of the Gulf South
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Challenging Racism at UF
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Recruitment and Retention of Black Faculty at UF
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Doris Duke Native American Oral History Revitalization
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A Rural State of Mind
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NIMHD NIH grant
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Suburban Latinos and Non-Latinos
Professional Development
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UT Austin Ethnographic Summer School
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Four-day intensive on ethnographic methods, observation, interviewing, coding, and research ethics.
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QMUL–Cornell Migration Spring School
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Interdisciplinary program on migration, labor rights, urban policy in the Mediterranean region with site visits.
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Harvard Kennedy School & MA Black and Latino Legislative Caucus Retreat
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Supported Dr. Paul Ortiz’s presentation and met with Beacon Press editors regarding dissertation framing.
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MigLab Working Group
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Interdisciplinary meetings on migration research and peer feedback. Co-sponsored by CPC and Brooks School.
Conference Presentations
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Reimagining Power Research Approach: Worker Centers and the Quest for Working‑Class Empowerment
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Organizing Educators in the Sunshine State
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Challenging Racism at UF in the “Stop Woke” Era
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Documenting Black Resistance in the Mississippi Delta
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The Enduring Resonance of the Joel Buchanan Archive of African American Oral History
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Challenging Racism at the University of Florida in the “Stop Woke” Era
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Oscar Mack versus the Ku Klux Klan
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Best Practices for Transcribing the Venus McGhee Prince Project Collection
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Transcribing and Re‑Transcribing the Doris Duke Collection
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Educating, Transforming, and Building Solidarity through the Mississippi Delta
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From Fieldwork to Film: Using Oral History to Explore Equity and Inclusion in Higher Education
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Historical and Contemporary Challenges of Migration from Europe and Latin America
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A Decade of Documenting Agricultural Workers’ Struggles
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Comparative Urbanism: Global Perspectives Conference
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Examining the Mestiza Consciousness
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Examining the Mestiza Consciousness: Novels of Latina Women
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Puerto Rican Displacement and the Effects of Gentrification in Humboldt Park and Albany Park
Guest Lectures & Workshops
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Oral History Interviews and Methodologies
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Elevate: Community Engagement Summit
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The Exchange: Shaping the Future by Examining the Past
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Preserving Business Legacies: A Workshop on Oral History Methodology, Metadata, Archiving & Media Equipment
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Fall Walking Tour: History of Students Influencing Change
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Journey of Migration Symposium: Fostering Student Dialogue and Storytelling Space
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A Pedagogical Journey into Oral History Archives and Methodologies
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Breaking Boundaries: Black Women Shaping Academia and Communities through Oral History Archives
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Resonating Legacies: Unveiling Black History through Oral History Voices and Methodology
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Trailblazing Women: Exploring Black History and Medicine through the Joel Buchanan Archives of African American History
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The Veterans Oral History Archives – Honoring the Experiences of Black Veterans
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Accessing the Latinx Diaspora in the Americas Archives Collection
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A Pedagogical Journey into Oral History Archives and Methodologies
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A Pedagogical Journey into Oral History Archives and Methodologies
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Exploring History's Voices: The Joel Buchanan Archives and Mississippi Freedom Oral History Collections
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Exploring History's Voices: The Joel Buchanan Archives and Mississippi Freedom Oral History Collections
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Developing Oral History Workshops
Teaching Experience
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Teaching Assistant, ILRGL 3805 African American and Latinx Histories
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- Graded essays and facilitated discussions on labor movements and migration.
- Managed Canvas materials and held student meeting hours.
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Teaching Assistant, ILRGL 1100 Introduction to U.S. Labor History
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- Facilitated classroom discussions on U.S. labor history and organizing.
- Provided detailed feedback on assignments.
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Co-instructor, SPOHP Internship Seminar
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- Introduced community based oral history methodologies and public-facing research.
- Produced interviews and digital outputs with partner organizations.
Publications and Works in Progress
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A meeting of two worlds—Oral history and linguistics
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M. Simmons, A. Hamilton, A. Davis, W. Dyer, C. J. Philippe, J. Heady, P. Houck, A. Romero, R. A. Cordova, D. Hendrix, P. Ortiz, S. Moeller, & K. Tang.
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Latinx labor rights and workplace enforcement
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Cities, Migrants, and Labor Conditions
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Acknowledged Contributions
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- Ortiz, P. (2025). Labor Studies Journal — research assistance.
- Mattson, I., Mahar, G., & Durant, F. (2023). SOURCE — Doris Duke project team.
- Concha-Holmes, A. D., et al. (2025). Ground Works Journal — archival research and production support.
- Anastario, M., et al. (2022). Journal of Immigrant and Minority Health — life-history interviews.
Public Programs
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Welcoming Black Faculty to Higher Education: A Racial Justice Town Hall
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Film Premiere: Oscar Mack versus the Ku Klux Klan
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Bringing African American History to K-12 Classrooms
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Future of Florida Springs: A Discussion on Spring Health Talk + Workshop
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First of the First: Recognizing Lincoln High Alumni Triumphs
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Book Signing: Stayed On Freedom: One Family's Journey
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“Can't Ban Us” Day of Action: Black History Teach‑Ins in Florida and Beyond
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OverKome!: Creating Pathways for Collective, Community‑led Development
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Beyond the Headlines: Exploring Race and Newspaper Coverage in the Gainesville Sun from Reconstruction to the Present
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Open House
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Allison Mitchell Presents “Battle for the Ballot”: The Struggle for Voting Rights in Florida
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UCLA Looking Ahead: The Politics of Florida and the 2022 Midterm Elections
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African American History Meets AI in the 21st Century Classroom
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Annual Mississippi Freedom Project
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Gainesville Latino Film Festival: Traditions, Healing and Survival
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The Florida Paradox: How Diverse Communities are Transforming the Sunshine State
Public Writing & Digital Publications
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UF Oral History Students Report Back from Mississippi Delta
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History and the People Who Make It: Madelyn Lockhart
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Diverse Communities Are Transforming Florida
Media Features & Press Mentions
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An Oral History of a Native Son: The Elaine Massacre
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UF faculty discuss DeSantis policies at Black studies conference
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UFF-UF Holds Virtual Teach-in to Discuss Academic Freedom
Honors, Awards, & Certificates
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Industrial & Labor Relations Travel Grant
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Graduate School Conference Travel Grant
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Honorary Award: Spring Community‑Engagement Working Group Conversations SPARC352
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Oral History Association Presenter Scholarship
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Machen Florida Opportunity Scholars Champion Award
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Evoking the Complexity of Black Lives in Florida – Certificate of Appreciation
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Graduate Assistantship
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Summa Cum Laude
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Dean’s List, College of Arts & Sciences
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Illinois Legislative Latino Caucus Foundation Scholarship
Professional Associations & Service
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Ronald E. McNair Post‑Baccalaureate Achievement Program
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Constitutional Committee Member
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Society for the Advancement of Socio‑Economics
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Oral History Association
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Treasurer
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Chair
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Treasurer
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Sigma Delta Pi – National Spanish Honor Society
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Big Ten Academic Alliance Summer Research Opportunity Program
Oral History Fieldwork & Trip Coordination
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Trustees on Trial Protest at the Board of Trustees
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Interviews documenting reactions to elimination of DEI positions and SB 266 impacts.
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Network to Freedom: Underground Railroad
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Virginia Tidewater Main Street Project
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Remembering Rosewood
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Florida Naturalist Project
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Mississippi Freedom Project
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Resilience Family Festival St. Augustine
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Florida A&M Ceremony
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Palatka Central High Interviews
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Impacted Families National March on Washington to End Police Brutality
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Soil Collection Ceremonies
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Oral History Fieldwork Trip Coordinator: Student Team Leader
Skills
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Languages
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Research & Data
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Audio & Transcription
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Financial & Admin