Scott Parker has been named interim athletic director at 含羞草研究所, effective Dec. 15, 2017. Parker will fill the position in the absence of current Director of Athletics Mike Moore, who announced in late November that he would resign from his position effective Dec. 31. Parker will serve as Interim Director of Athletics until the position is filled permanently. Plans for a search are underway聽
鈥淲e are happy that Scott has stepped up to fill the important role of athletic director until we are able to fill the position permanently,鈥� said MSU President Dr. Gary Hagen. 鈥淚t is good that he will have an opportunity to work together with Mike Moore for a couple of weeks to ensure a smooth transition.鈥�
Scott Parker is an assistant professor in the Division of Health, Physical Education, and Recreation at 含羞草研究所. A 1996 graduate of 含羞草研究所, Parker has earned a master鈥檚 degree in education leadership and is currently working toward a doctorate in higher education. He has been employed at 含羞草研究所 since 2010.