Gary Metts

Dr. Gary Metts is the Interim Chair and Assistant Dean of the College of Humanities and Social Sciences at Columbus State University, as well as the Director of the Criminal Justice Graduate Program. He holds a Doctorate in Business Administration with a specialization in Criminal Justice from Northcentral University, a Master’s in Public Administration from Troy University, and a Bachelor’s in Criminal Justice from St. Leo University.

• Bachelor’s in Criminal Justice, St. Leo University
• Master’s in Public Administration, Troy University
• Doctorate in Business Administration (Criminal Justice specialization), Northcentral University

Dr. Metts’ research and professional focus spans Criminal Justice, Law Enforcement Leadership, and Public Policy Development, informed by his 30-year career in law enforcement and military service. He emphasizes practical criminal justice education and professional mentorship, preparing students for real-world challenges through his extensive field experience.

His affiliations include the National FBI Association, South Carolina FBI Association, and National Criminal Justice Honor Society Alpha Phi Sigma. Awards highlight his distinguished law enforcement career but no formal academic awards are listed.