Bio

Dr. Scott Reed, a natural resource economist, spent his career as an Extension faculty member and administrator at three universities before retiring from Oregon State University as Director of Extension and Vice Provost for Outreach and Engagement in 2019. While at OSU, he helped establish Juntos as a primary program of the innovative Open Campus network. He is widely published on topics addressing policy development and the value of university-community relationships. In 2015, he was inducted into the Academy of Community Engagement Scholarship. More than 20 organizations have honored him for a variety of accomplishments. Scott holds BS and MS degrees from Michigan State University and a PhD from the University of Minnesota. Since retirement, Scott has served on several boards and in a position as Catalyst at the Extension Foundation, supporting early-stage, high-potential Extension projects.

Why Juntos: My vision for university outreach priorities is based upon beliefs in social justice and inclusivity, especially in serving those without historic access. My greatest career satisfaction grew from disrupting the status quo with innovations that helped evolve contemporary programs that grew our tent larger. Too often, educational pathways are not well articulated or easily available without specialized programs to serve unique populations and circumstances.