Orlando R. Serrano, Jr. is the Manager of PK-12 Learning at the Smithsonian Institution’s National Museum of American History (NMAH). He supports, develops, and manages formal/informal educational and leadership experiences for students, professional development workshops for educators, and curriculum content. Prior to joining NMAH, he taught 9th grade Language Arts in Washington DC. Dr. Serrano holds a Ph.D. in American Studies and Ethnicity from the University of Southern California. He is an educator and public academic with expertise in human geography, environmental justice, social movements, and education policy and pedagogy. Dr. Serrano’s research and writing have been funded by a Ford Foundation Fellowship and National Science Foundation EDGE-SBE Grants.

Board Member Since: 2023

Current Position: Editorial Team Co-Chair