In the latest episode of Discovering Your Mission with Dr. Mordecai, Dr. Mordecai sits down with Dr. Michael Torrance, President of Motlow State Community College, U.S. Air Force veteran, author, and nationally recognized voice on AI and workforce innovation.
Together, they explore how community colleges are uniquely positioned to prepare students for an evolving economy while keeping people at the center of innovation. One of the most memorable moments comes when Dr. Torrance states: "The students don't need to be prepared for the institution. The institution better be prepared for the students that are coming."
The conversation examines how artificial intelligence can strengthen teaching and learning, support workforce development, empower rural communities, and help institutions better serve today's learners. Dr. Torrance also challenges higher education leaders to redefine success by measuring community impact, economic mobility, and workforce readiness instead of simply enrollment and completion.
Watch the full episode of Discovering Your Mission with Dr. Mordecai featuring Dr. Michael Torrance and discover why the future of higher education is, above all, human.
