Scott S. Campbell
MS, MHt, MDiv
College of Vet. Medicine, Washington State University
About Me
Education:
1984: B.S. in Computer Science (Artificial Intelligence), West Virginia University
1987: M.S. in Computer Science (Artificial Intelligence), State University of New York, Buffalo NY
2022: Master of Divinity (Interreligious Chaplaincy), United Theological Seminary of the Twin Cities, MN
Employment:
2003-2009: Instructor, School of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science, Washington State University, Pullman, WA
2001-2022: Simulated Client College of Veterinary Medicine, Washington State University, Pullman, WA
2009-2022: Hypnotherapist/Life Coach, LifePath Strategies
2021-2022: Veterinary Chaplain Intern, College of Veterinary Medicine, Washington State University, Pullman, WA
2023: Veterinary Chaplain in Residence, College of Veterinary Medicine, Washington State University, Pullman WA
2024-present: Veterinary Chaplain, College of Veterinary Medicine, Washington State University, Pullman WA
Clinical Focus:
- Emotional and spiritual support to the veterinary community at WSU, including caregivers, human families, and animal companions, focusing on grief, moral distress, burnout, and the human-animal bond
- Integration of interreligious chaplaincy to enhance wholistic care in veterinary medicine
Research Focus:
- Artificial intelligence
- Innovative models for veterinary chaplaincy to support professional sustainability and community well-being
Memberships:
- American Association of Veterinary Chaplains
Professional Contributions:
- 2021: Founder, American Association of Veterinary Chaplains
Awards and Honors:
2022: Recipient, Clyde J. Steckle Award for Excellence in Pastoral Care, United Theological Seminary