Matthew Geras

Matthew Geras is an Assistant Professor in the School of Politics and International Affairs at the University of Illinois Springfield. He holds a Ph.D. in Political Science from the University of Oklahoma, where he was a graduate fellow at the Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center. His research focuses on congressional elections, political institutions (particularly Congress and political parties), and representation. He teaches undergraduate and graduate courses on American politics and research methods.

Dr. Geras's work has been published in journals such as Party Politics, State Politics and Policy Quarterly, and Political Research Quarterly. His research explores topics like the impact of child gender on legislative behavior, the role of state parties in congressional elections, and the electoral benefits of military service. His articles frequently analyze institutional design, candidate emergence, and descriptive representation.

While no scientific awards are explicitly listed, his scholarly contributions reflect sustained engagement with electoral and institutional dynamics. He advises no listed students and has no grants mentioned. His research extends to historical analyses, such as Senator Robert S. Kerr’s role in promoting the space race during the Cold War era.