Scott Beaulier
Scott Beaulier presenting an award at the University of Wyoming
Curriculum Vitae

Two decades of university leadership.

From George Mason to Wyoming, a career dedicated to reimagining what business schools can be.

Scott Beaulier

Scott A. Beaulier, Ph.D.

H.A. (Dave) True Family Dean of Business, University of Wyoming

Office1000 E. University Ave.
BU 311, Laramie, WY 82071

More than 15 years of experience in higher education as a faculty member, department chair, research director, and dean. A visionary leader and effective communicator with demonstrated success in building alumni relations, partnering with industry, fundraising, and developing programs that serve both students and the modern marketplace.

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Leadership Roles

Administrative Positions

H.A. (Dave) True Family Dean of Business

University of Wyoming
Leading an AACSB-accredited college serving 1,500 students with 75 faculty/staff and a $12M+ budget. Overseeing strategic plan development, MBA program growth, and faculty retention initiatives.

Ronald & Kaye Olson Dean of Business

North Dakota State University
Led undergraduate and graduate College of Business programs to achieve many historic successes. Built strong industry partnerships and community engagement across the region.

Executive Director, Center for the Study of Economic Liberty

Arizona State University — W.P. Carey School of Business

Executive Director, Manuel H. Johnson Center for Political Economy

Troy University
Grew the Johnson Center into a strong academic center. Recruited seven top Ph.D. economists and expanded offerings to include a major and Master of Arts in economics.

BB&T Distinguished Professor of Capitalism & Department Chair

Mercer University
Director of Center for Undergraduate Research in Public Policy & Capitalism.

University of Wyoming Highlights

Secured new external resources in Fall 2022 to support junior faculty retention and a nationally prominent guest speaker series.

Expanded online MBA program enrollments to account for 20%+ of College of Business revenues.

The Economics Department continues to be recognized as a Top 20 program in the U.S. for environmental and experimental economics, with significant NSF and EPSCoR support.

Maintained stable and growing undergraduate enrollments during a period of declining university-wide enrollment.

Education

Academic Credentials
Doctoral Degree

Ph.D. in Economics

George Mason University
2004 · Also M.A. Economics, 2002
Undergraduate Degree

B.S. Economics & History

Northern Michigan University
2000

Academic Positions

Faculty Roles

Professor of Economics

University of Wyoming

Professor of Economics

North Dakota State University

Adams-Bibby Chair of Free Enterprise / Associate Professor

Troy University

BB&T Distinguished Professor / Associate Professor

Mercer University

Assistant Professor of Economics

Beloit College

Assistant Professor of Economics

Mercer University

Board Service & Affiliations

Community & Professional
Institute for Humane Studies
Board of Directors
2012 – 2022
Dakota Medical Foundation
Member
2017 – 2022
Fargo Public Library
Board President (2021–22)
2017 – 2022
Foundation for Economic Education
Board of Scholars
2012 – 2019
Plains Art Museum
Treasurer / Finance Chair
2017 – 2019
American Energy Alliance
Board Member
2009 – 2017
RealClearMarkets
Contributor
2014 – 2016
AL.com / Birmingham News
Contributor
2013 – 2014

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