Winston Scott

Winston Scott has transitioned from a distinguished U.S. Navy Captain and NASA astronaut to a leader in academia and space policy, sharing insights from his extensive career in aviation and spaceflight. After being selected by NASA for astronaut training in April 1992, Winston Scott went on to log over 24 days in space across two Space Shuttle missions, performing three crucial spacewalks for International Space Station assembly. Prior to his NASA career, Scott distinguished himself as a U.S.

Following a decorated career, Scott retired from NASA and the U.S. Navy in July 1999, transitioning his leadership to academia and space policy. In 1999, Scott accepted a position as Vice President for Student Affairs at Florida State University, and later served as Executive Director of the Florida Space Authority. In this pivotal role, he was responsible for developing significant space-related industry and economic initiatives for the State of Florida.

He has also received an Honorary Doctor of Humane Letters degree from Florida Atlantic University and an Honorary Doctorate of Engineering degree from Michigan State University in 2007, where he also delivered the commencement address. Scott remains an active member of professional organizations such as the American Institute of Aeronautics & Astronautics and the National Naval Officers Association.