John Scott Gray

John Scott Gray is a Professor in the Department of Humanities, Philosophy & Religions at Ferris State University's College of Arts, Sciences and Education. His work bridges classical philosophy (particularly John Dewey's theories) with contemporary societal challenges ranging from combat sports ethics to digital age authenticity.

• Education: PhD in Philosophy from Southern Illinois University, MA in Philosophy from Baylor University, BA in Philosophy and Political Science from Furman University

Gray's research spans interdisciplinary domains including:

• Ethical frameworks in combat sports judging
• Philosophical implications of social media on identity
• Application of Deweyan educational theory to modern pedagogy
• Philosophy of aging and later-life challenges

His recent publications focus on cognitive bias in sports evaluation, digital authenticity, and educational reform. Gray received the 2017 Distinguished Teacher Award and has presented at international conferences in Belgium, Idaho, and Michigan.

• 2017 Distinguished Teacher Award