Scott Heggen is an academic leader and computer science educator with 13 years of experience cultivating student-centered learning and department-level strategy at Berea College. As Chair of Academic Division II and an associate professor, he oversees interdisciplinary programs spanning agriculture, computing, engineering technology, business, and sustainability while championing pedagogies that let students discover solutions themselves. His background blends hands-on technical instruction—from networking and telecom labs to software engineering team leadership—with administrative roles developing curricula and growing departmental impact. Scott holds a PhD in Computing and Information Systems and pairs deep technical training with practical experience as a small-business co-owner, giving him a rare mix of academic rigor and real-world product, design, and operations insight.
13 years of coding experience
6 years of employment as a software developer
Doctor of Philosophy, Computing and Information Systems, Doctor of Philosophy, Computing and Information Systems at University of North Carolina at Charlotte
Associate of Arts and Sciences (A.A.S.), Computer Engineering Technology/Technician, Associate of Arts and Sciences (A.A.S.), Computer Engineering Technology/Technician at Central Piedmont Community College
Master of Science, Engineering Technology, Master of Science, Engineering Technology at Western Carolina University
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Scott Heggen - Chair Of Academic Division II at Berea College