Carlos REC McBride

Educator and Innovator Carlos REC McBride is a dedicated educator and program leader with over 15 years of experience spanning higher education, multimedia storytelling, and community-focused initiatives. He specializes in leveraging technology and creative arts, such as photography, video, and audio, to foster engagement, address social issues, and support diverse learners. Carlos has taught at institutions such as Hampshire College, Smith College, and Holyoke Community College, designing interdisciplinary curricula on topics like social justice, urban studies, and Hip-Hop culture, Art and Graffiti culture.

McBride is an advocate for equitable education and inclusive learning environments, mentoring underserved students as reflected in his work with The Community Journalism Program at UMASS Amherst. Carlos REC extends his commitment to social justice through his work with incarcerated individuals and those working through mental health and substance use sickness challenges. Additionally, he has traveled throughout the country offering workshops and lectures, mentoring young men who face systemic barriers, self empowerment and healing.

With a passion for innovation, community building, and student empowerment, his academic credentials include a Master’s degree in Social Justice Education and a near-completed Doctorate in Teacher Education and Curriculum Studies from the University of Massachusetts, Amherst. Recognized for his impactful contributions, Carlos has received accolades such as the Massachusetts Black and Latino Legislative Caucus’s Latino Excellence Award.