Matthew T. Witt

Dr. Matthew T. Witt is a Professor and Program Chair in the Department of Health Administration at the Cástulo de la Rocha College of Health and Community Well-Being, University of La Verne. His research focuses on State Crimes Against Democracy (SCADs), race and racism, and civic engagement within public administration frameworks. He has contributed extensively to scholarly discourse on institutional corruption, democratic erosion, and systemic racism through his publications in leading journals.

Teaching areas include public administration theory, ethics in governance, and managing sustainable communities. His work critically examines how race and racism intersect with public institutions and practices, emphasizing counternarratives and ethical leadership.

Dr. Witt’s scholarship spans over two decades, with notable contributions to understanding paramilitarization post-9/11, conspiracy theories in political contexts, and the persistence of dual-state systems. His research integrates interdisciplinary methodologies, blending political science, sociology, and institutional analysis.

While specific advising records or grants are not detailed in the provided text, his prolific publication record underscores a sustained commitment to addressing critical issues in public administration and democratic governance.