Michael Scott

Michael Scott is a Lecturer at the University of Texas at Austin in the Department of Computer Science. He holds a B.S. in Industrial Engineering from Stanford University and an M.S. in Computer Science from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute. His office is located at GDC 6.304, and he can be reached at scottm@cs.utexas.edu.

Research Interests: Michael focuses on Computer Science Education, particularly Introductory Programming and K-12 Computer Science Integration. His work emphasizes making computer science accessible and engaging at the undergraduate and high school levels.

Teaching Honors:

• 2013 Inaugural Provost’s Teaching Fellow
• 2012 UT President’s Associates Teaching Excellence Award
• 2011 Regents’ Outstanding Teaching Award
• Multiple Sustained Outreach and Faculty Service Awards

Additional Contributions: Michael has been instrumental in organizing the UTCS Hosts 5th Annual UIL Computing Contest and mentoring students through various outreach initiatives.