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Scott Kuttenkuler Named UAM Director of
Advancement (9/29/09)
MONTICELLO, AR — In six years on the faculty at the University of
Arkansas at Monticello, Scott Kuttenkuler has developed as reputation as one
of the top communications instructors in the state.
Now Kuttenkuler will take those skills across campus and use them to direct
UAM’s private fund-raising efforts as the University’s newly-appointed
director of advancement.
UAM Chancellor Jack Lassiter made the announcement today (Tuesday), calling
Kuttenkuler “a skilled communicator and valuable asset who we think can
serve the institution well as leader of our advancement efforts. Scott
brings a fresh outlook and enthusiasm to the position and I am looking
forward to working with him as we look for ways to expand our private
fund-raising capabilities.”
Kuttenkuler, who was recently named College Speech Teacher of the Year by
the Arkansas Communications and Theatre Arts Association, will continue to
teach and serve as the director of UAM’s award winning debate team until
January, when he will assume the advancement position full time. He will
continue to teach on a limited basis for the communication department.
“Scott has done a tremendous job with our forensics program,” said R. David
Ray, provost and vice chancellor for academics. “I hate to lose his
expertise in that area, but he will be a tremendous addition to our
administrative team.”
A native of Tipton, Mo., Kuttenkuler earned bachelor’s and master’s degrees
from Central Missouri State University (now the University of Central
Missouri). Since joining the UAM faculty in 2003, he has brought state,
regional and national recognition to the university’s debate and forensic
team, capped by the International Public Debate Association’s 2008 national
championship. Kuttenkuler was named the 2008 IPDA national coach of the
year.
“I love teaching, but it’s been my long-term goal to move into
administration,” said Kuttenkuler. “When the opportunity arose, it was too
good to ignore. I love UAM. I believe in its mission. This is a special
place and this position will allow me to have a positive impact on every
aspect of the university.”
Kuttenkuler and his wife, Amanda, have two children – Beau, 6, and Gabe, 4.
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