Inara Scott
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Overview
Biography
Internationally known for her work in AI-responsive pedagogy, Inara is an innovative academic leader dedicated to building student success and increasing impact across higher education. As Senior Advisor for Strategy and Innovation in the College of Business, she is a thought leader and practical guide, engaging faculty and staff on the transformative power of AI. At the center of her work is a vision of a human-centered workplace supported by advanced technology, and innovative higher education that is responsive and relevant to the needs of learners, industry, and society.
Career Interests
Inara Scott practiced law for over a decade before joining the faculty at Oregon State University in 2012. Inara’s research at Oregon State centers on sustainable business, clean energy, and legal and policy implications of capitalism and climate change. In her administrative roles for the College of Business, she has served as the Senior Associate Dean, the Associate Dean for Teaching and Learning Excellence, the College Hearing Officer, and is currently serving as Senior Advisor for Strategy and Innovation. She studies and writes on pedagogy in higher education and inclusive teaching, and has been internationally recognized for her work in the area of AI-responsive pedagogy.
Background
Education
JD, Lewis and Clark Law School (2000), Summa Cum Laude, Notes and Comments Editor, Environmental Law
MS, Recreation and Leisure Studies, State University of New York at Cortland (1998)
BA, History and Women's Studies, Duke University (1994), Summa Cum Laude, Phi Beta Kappa
Experience
Professor of Business Law. Publish research in top-tier journals related to sustainable energy and business regulation, corporate social responsibility, and constitutional law and business ethics. Develop and teach classes in business law, sustainable business and environmental law, and corporate social responsibility.
- Professor (August 2024-Present)
- Associate Professor (September 2018-August 2024)
- Assistant Professor (July 2012-August 2018).
Manager, Rates and Regulatory Affairs, NW Natural (2007-2010) Represented utility in complex negotiations and proceedings before the Oregon and Washington Public Utility Commissions, including resource acquisition and integrated resource planning.
Assistant General Counsel, Portland General Electric (2005-2007) Represented utility in proceedings before Oregon Public Utility Commission and Federal Energy Regulatory Commission, complex rulemaking proceedings implementing utility tax measures, and negotiating transactional agreements for gas pipelines.
Associate, Ater Wynne LLP (2001-2005) Practiced commercial, business, and energy law. Advised people’s utility districts, investor-owned utilities, and cooperatives on regulatory compliance, including FERC hydropower licensing and compliance, and contracts with the Bonneville Power Administration.