Juan is a lifelong champion for social justice - particularly around issues of race, racism and health – Juan’s academic background encompasses cultural anthropology, critical race theory, and whiteness studies. He believes that dedicated antiracist praxis has the potential to create a better and truly just society by addressing the deeply embedded and normalized structural inequalities that exist throughout American institutions and elsewhere. He approaches his teaching and work around inclusivity as necessary for well-being, with the goal to build a solid foundation of equitable discourse and critical analysis skills among students, staff, faculty, and all campus stakeholders.