NCID-3258
BRYON GARNER
Lecturer, Veteran Studies
University of California, Irvine
Education/Degree:
1 Humanities Humanities (Union Institute and University)
About
Dr. Bryon L. Garner, a distinguished scholar and veteran, brings a unique perspective to the intersection of race, patriotism, and military service in America. As a Black veteran who served in the U.S. Navy from 1984 to 1993, Dr. Garner has dedicated his academic career to exploring the complex relationships between racial identity, veteran experiences, and notions of patriotism.
Dr. Garner earned his PhD in Interdisciplinary Studies with a concentration in Humanities and Culture from Union Institute & University. His groundbreaking dissertation, "The Intersection of Blackness, Veteranality, and American Patriotism: An Autoethnographic Analysis of Patriotism in America from the Perspective of a Black Veteran," received an honorable mention for the Marvin B. Sussman Doctoral Award, recognizing its significant contribution to the field. Dr. Garner is currently completing his book analyzing the intersection of race, patriotism, and veteran identity and is a lecturer at UC Irvine.
Current Work
A current board member of the Veteran Studies Association, I analyze the experiences of Black veterans using three themes: the intersection of race and patriotism, the intersection of race and veteran identity, and the intersection of race and moral injury during military service. My work contributes significantly to African American, American, and Veteran Studies disciplines. In addition to lecturing for the UC Irvine Veteran Studies programs, I am completing my manuscript for Routledge, which analyzes race, patriotism, and veteran identity. Through my research, writing, and public engagements, I continue to illuminate the complex intersections of race, military service, and national identity, challenging and enriching our understanding of American patriotism and the diverse experiences of those who serve.
Research Area Keyword(s)
Patriotism, veterans, race, Moral Injury