Matthew Edor

Matthew Edor is a Graduate Fellow and Lecturer in the Department of Communication at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, affiliated with the College of Liberal Arts & Sciences. His research focuses on mediated communication, technology, and rhetoric in public discourse, particularly exploring African governance dynamics and Western democratic ideals.

Education:

• M.S. in Communication, Illinois State University
• B.A. in Communication, University of Cape Coast, Ghana

Research interests emphasize democracy’s practical applications in Africa, citizen engagement via social media, and power dynamics between governments and citizens. Key areas include digital media’s role in political participation and postcolonial political systems.

Grants include the Wayne Brockriede Graduate Fellowship (2024–2029) and Elizabeth Winter Young Fellowship. He teaches courses such as CMN 111/112 (Oral/Written Communication I/II).