University of Wyoming College of Arts & Sciences
Scott Turpen, Dean
Ready for Tomorrow: Why Arts and Sciences are Essential
October 14, 2026 - The meeting will be held at Little America at 12 noon.
J. Scott Turpen serves as dean of the College of Arts & Sciences at the University of Wyoming. In this role, he leads 14 diverse departments, schools, and centers in the social sciences, humanities, and the arts. These units offer many sought-after degrees and provide much of the core curriculum at UW. Prior to his current appointment, Turpen served as associate dean for the college for one year and chair of the Department of Music for four years. Turpen also served as the Interim Provost at UW in 2025. He has established himself as a thoughtful leader of positive change.
