Faculty Member

Scott Williams

Biography

Scott D. Williams is Associate Professor of Exercise Science and Outdoor Recreation and has been on faculty at UVU since 2007. Academic interests include public lands and natural resource planning, ecotourism, sustainability, environmental and social ethics and inclusivity. He also teaches classes in expedition kayaking, backpacking, mountain biking and Leave No Trace, in addition to his annual study abroad classes in Western Europe. He is an avid reader, traveller, connoisseur of college athletics, and a proud jack of all trades (master of few) outdoorsman.

Teaching

REC 3850G

Ethical Concerns in Recreation, Spring 2026

REC 2200

Foundations of Recreation, Spring 2026

REC 2700

Leave No Trace Trainer, Spring 2026

REC 4810R

Senior Internship, Spring 2026

REC 4500

Wildland Recreation Behavior, Spring 2026