Matthew Warshauer

Matt Warshauer is a professor of history at Central Connecticut State University, where he has taught since earning his Ph.D. from Saint Louis University in 1997. He specializes in American political, constitutional, and presidential history, with a focus on paradoxes in U.S. democracy from the founding to modern eras.

• Education: Ph.D. in American Studies (Saint Louis University, 1997); BA in American Studies (Central Connecticut State University, 1990)

His research spans Andrew Jackson’s political legacy, slavery’s role in Civil War tensions, and the enduring impact of 9/11 on Generation Z. He authored five books, including Creating and Failing the 9/11 Generation (2024), which examines how the 9/11 attacks shaped societal distrust and political divisions.

Recent publications highlight his exploration of historical memory and institutional critique. Awards include the 2024 Bruce Fraser Friend of the Social Studies Award and the 2022 CCSU Excellence in Teaching Award, reflecting his dual dedication to scholarship and pedagogy.

• Scientific Awards
  • 2024 Bruce Fraser Friend of the Social Studies Award
  • 2022 CCSU Excellence in Teaching Award
  • 2018 CCSU Distinguished Service Award
  • 2006 Connecticut State University System Research Award