Scott is a certified athletic trainer and received his bachelor’s degree in athletic training and school health education from the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse.  He received his M.S. in exercise science from Eastern Illinois University. His areas of specialty include athletic injury assessment, injury treatment, and anatomy and physiology. He is a Teaching Professor in the Department of Exercise and Sport Science and teaches a variety of courses.  Since 2014, Scott has received 3 teaching awards both at the state level and on campus.  Scott is married to Caryl and they have 3 adult children, all studying or employed in various medical fields.