Dr. Michael Torrence

IMPACT Leadership – Founding Member

Dr. Torrence was nominated and seated as the 7th President of Motlow State Community College on May 1, 2018. He is a successful leader, life-long learner, innovator, collaborator, academician, and administrator. Dr. Torrence is passionate about the role of the community college and its mission.

His higher education career spans more than 23 years and represents a demonstrated love of the teaching and learning process, working both as faculty and as an administrator in Student Affairs as well as Academic Affairs.

Dr. Torrence earned a Ph.D. from Tennessee Technological University and his bachelor’s and master’s degrees from South Dakota State University. He serves on local, state, and international boards. Additionally, he served four years in the US Air Force.