About the author

Matthew Garrett

<p>Matthew Garrett is a Professor of History at Bakersfield College where he teaches United States history, Native American history, and Historical Methods. He is the author of the award winning monograph Making Lamanites: Mormons, Native Americans, and the Indian student Placement Program, 1947-2000. He actively researches and publishes in peer reviewed journals and has served&#160;on various editorial boards and professional committees.&#160;Dr. Garrrett&#160;also serves locally as the director of the Bakersfield College Liberty Institute. He lives in Bakersfield, California with his wife and three daughters.</p>