Matthew Wilfong

Matthew Wilfong is a Visiting Assistant Professor in the Environmental Studies Department at St. Mary's College of Maryland (SMCM). His research focuses on hydrosocial science, examining water-society relationships through interdisciplinary lenses. He holds a B.S. and B.A. in Chemistry and Environmental Studies from Washington College (2015), an M.S. in Environmental Sciences from Towson University (2018), and a Ph.D. in Environmental Science and Technology from the University of Maryland, College Park (2022). Postdoctoral work at Arizona State University's School of Sustainability furthered his expertise in water conservation and urban dynamics.

• Affiliations: Kate Farm Club, Men's Soccer, Sustainability Club, Veggie Co-op.
• Research: PFAS contamination in St. Mary's County, stormwater management governance, and water conservation in urban arid regions.
• Teaching: Courses include Urban Environmental Justice, Anthropology of Water Justice, and experiential learning modules like Ecology of Fly Fishing.

His work emphasizes community-based research, addressing environmental justice and equitable water governance. He received the Andy Kozak Faculty Contribution to Student Life Award (2025) for his engagement with students and campus life.