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Thomas O’Brien brings his scholarly knowledge and passion for Latin American history, culture, politics and labor into the classroom and onto the pages of five books, numerous articles and research papers.

O’Brien, who joined UH in 1977, has garnered numerous accolades, including the Conference on Latin American History Book Prize and the Robertson Prize for best article in the Hispanic American Historical Review. Now, he adds another accomplishment — the John and Rebecca Moores Professor — to his vitae.

One professor wrote in a letter of support, “What makes his achievement almost singular is the comparable command he brings to his understanding of U.S. international history, particularly as it pertains to business and economics.”

The John and Rebecca Moores Professor is a five-year renewable award given to faculty who are outstanding in teaching, research and service. The recipient is awarded a $10,000 annual stipend.

Francine Parker
Staff writer


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