Scott Burgins

Scott Burgins serves as a Clinical Assistant Professor at Indiana University's Paul H. O'Neill School of Public and Environmental Affairs, teaching courses including Managing and Leading Public Organizations, Community Development, and Environmental Project Management.

His educational background features:

• MPA from Indiana University (1995)
• B.A. from University of Florida (1982)

Dr. Burgins specializes in applied public affairs with research spanning Public Management, Local Governance, and Sustainability. His professional work focuses on Economic Development and Community Development across Indiana's 92 counties, having directed over 170 projects for government entities and community organizations. His teaching integrates practical project management approaches with climate resilience frameworks.

Recognition includes:

• O’Neill Adjunct Teacher of the Year 2020

While actively mentoring community initiatives through project-based workshops, no formal graduate student advisees are documented. His grant-funded work manifests through direct community development projects rather than traditional academic grants, emphasizing hands-on public sector solutions.