2017-18 Annual Report

PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE

Motlow State Community College is an extraordinary teaching and learning community with a rich history of which I am proud to be a member. Motlow has been a leader in higher education since 1969, and has transformed the landscape and economic capitol of its 11-county service area and beyond.

May 1, I began my tenure as President of Motlow State, Tennessee’s leading community college. It is an extraordinary opportunity. I am filled with positive energy, momentum, progress, and pride. I am fortunate to be among a student-centered faculty and staff who demonstrate a commitment and dedication to student success and the advancement of the institution. They have a love and passion for changing lives, empowering families, and building communities.

The Motlow College Foundation trustee and alumni come alongside us as great ambassadors. Their service, leadership, and philanthropic gifts enhance our trajectory and reach. For all, the long-standing mission “to enrich and empower our students and the communities we serve” is a continuous reminder of why we do what we do.

The 2017-18 year was lead primarily by Ms. Hilda Tunstill, Vice President for Finance and Administration, who served as interim president for a 10-month period. The College and the governing board, Tennessee Board of Regents, are indebted to her for providing leadership, stability, and institutional commitment during this time. Her continuous leadership and love for Motlow has made my transition into the role of CEO much easier, and for this, I am grateful.

Motlow College has accomplished much, and yet, there are many new initiatives are before us. Our work will center on the four pillars that guide the College-infrastructure, data, excellence in teaching, and student success and workforce development. As we prepare for the College’s 50th Anniversary, we will reinvent and redefine our role as a premier community college. Motlow College will have a seat at the table as the state and nation speak to the role community colleges can play in addressing the need for an education populace and advancing workforce and economic development.

It is my greatest pleasure to present the 2018-18 Annual Report. Inside these pages are only a few snapshots of Motlow’s many successes. I invite you to ‘lean in’ to Motlow State. We have an exceptionally bright future.

With Appreciation, Michael L. Torrence, Ph.D. President

Motlow State Community College is a public, multi-campus college offering certificates, associate degrees, and flexible learning pathways in southern Middle Tennessee. For almost 50 years, Motlow has proven to be a studentcentered institution that promotes academic excellence as well as personal and professional growth.

The College serves over 540,000 citizens in Motlow’s 11-county service area including: Bedford, Cannon, Coffee, DeKalb, Franklin, Lincoln, Moore, Rutherford, Van Buren, Warren and White counties.

President’s Cabinet (2017-2018)

Dr. Michael L. Torrence, President

Ms. Terri Bryson, Vice President for External Affairs and Workforce Innovation

Ms. Melody Edmonds, Interim Vice President for Academic Affairs

Dr. Cheryl Hyland, Vice President for Student Affairs

Ms. Laura Jent, Executive Director of Human Resources

Ms. Hilda Tunstill, Vice President for Finance and Administration

Degrees and Certificates Offered

Associate of Arts Associate of Science Associate of Applied Science Associate of Fine Arts Associate of Science in Teaching Technical Certificate

Tuition for Full-time Students (2017-2018)

In-state: $4,147 Out-of-state: $16,123

Graduates by Degree/Certificate (2017-2018)

Associate of Arts: 38 Associate of Science: 772 Associate of Applied Science: 147 Associate of Science in Teaching: 29 Technical Certificate: 152

Student Success Rates

Cumulative GPA Fall 2017: 2.96 Fall 2016 to Fall 2017 Retention: 60%

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2017-2018 HIGHLIGHTS

Motlow joins Achieving the Dream National Reform Network

Motlow State Community College has strengthened its commitment to improving student success by becoming part of the Achieving the Dream (ATD) National Reform Network. ATD, the nonprofit leading a movement to ensure student success for colleges that champion educational equity, continues to expand its Network with the addition of 20 colleges in 2018.

“Achieving the Dream is an organization nationally known for serving as a catalyst in efforts supporting community colleges in their mission to increase student success,” said Dr. Michael Torrence, Motlow president. “More specifically, ATD strives for equity in student success and assists colleges as they drill down into their data to review exactly where they are strong and where they have opportunities.”

Motlow State sets enrollment record for third consecutive year

For the third consecutive year, Motlow State Community College has the largest enrollment in school history and is among the fastest growing colleges in Tennessee, according to official enrollment numbers released for the fall 2017 semester.

Motlow enrolled 6,597 students in the fall, a 12.9 percent increase over the 5,841 enrolled during the same period last fall. Final enrollment numbers are based on the preliminary census report from the Tennessee Board of Regents.

Motlow State names Larry Flatt Executive Director of new Advanced Robotics program

Larry Flatt of Warren County has been named the executive director of the new Advanced Robotics program at Motlow State Community College.

Flatt, who holds a Chemical Engineering degree from Tennessee Tech University and an MBA from MTSU, has over 50 years experience in leadership, management, project planning and tracking and implementation, process equipment manufacturing, and training/teaching with Monsanto Company, Carrier Air Conditioning (United Technologies), Bouldin & Lawson, LLC, Tennessee Tech University, and Motlow.

During his career, Flatt has held positions as process engineer, quality engineer, production manager, manufacturing engineer, advanced design and development engineering manager, staff training manager, senior staff quality manager, executive vice president of operations and manufacturing, and instructor.

Motlow’s Rhonda Cotham earns Student Success and Retention award

Motlow State’s Rhonda Cotham, director of student success, was recently recognized as a model leader for innovation in the field of college completion at the annual conference of the Tennessee Association for Student Success and Retention (TASSR). She was the recipient of its 2017 Faculty of the Year Award in a Learning Support Program.

Cotham has played a significant role in Motlow’s Quality Enhancement Plan, where First Year Experience (FYE) courses teach new students the skills to be successful by ensuring they have the critical thinking skills, engagement levels, study habits, and knowledge of college programs and services to ensure their persistence through to goal.

Motlow announces Medical Laboratory Technology program to begin fall 2018

Motlow State Community College Interim President Hilda Tunstill announced the College will be offering an Associate of Applied Science (A.A.S.) Degree in Medical Laboratory Technology (MLT), beginning fall semester 2018. The degree will prepare graduates to become Medical Laboratory Technicians (MLTs).

“Medical Laboratory Technology is an essential, dynamic and progressive diagnostic component of the healthcare industry,” said Dr. Kim-Sue Tudor, program director at Motlow State. “Education and training as a Medical Laboratory Technician provides a comprehensive foundation that intersects with multiple career paths such as medicine, biotechnology and research, information technology, quality assurance, and compliance.”

Motlow EMS program receives CAAHEP national accreditation

Motlow State’s Emergency Medical Services (EMS) program received national accreditation by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP).

Receiving the accreditation means the Motlow EMS program meets the rigorous standards of quality set forth by the EMS professionals on the CAAHEP board, who determine what a program needs for its graduates to function successfully within their profession. Potential employers of EMS personnel seek graduates from CAAHEP accredited institutions.

Former Motlow basketball star Bob Martin inducted into TCCAA Hall of Fame

Motlow State Community College recently celebrated its fifth inductee into the Tennessee Community College Athletic Association (TCCAA) Hall of Fame. Former men’s basketball player Bob Martin, who starred from 1974-76 and still holds many school single season and career records, joined previous Motlow inductees Joe Daves, Carr McCalla, David Weathers and Don Rhoton. Only three former student-athletes are in the Hall of Fame, and with Weathers and now Martin as members, Motlow has two of them.

Bucks claim 2nd straight TCCAA/Region VII title with 78-61 throttling of Southwest Tennessee

For the first time in school history, a Motlow athletic team claimed back-to-back state championships when the Motlow Bucks beat the Southwest Tennessee Saluqis 78-61 to win the TCCAA/Region VII Basketball Tournament title. The Bucks (22-7) advanced to the National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA) tournament in Hutchinson, Kansas.

Motlow Fayetteville campus graduates Level 1 Mechatronics Certification class

Five Motlow State Community College Fayetteville campus students recently earned their Level 1 certification in mechatronics. This is the first class of students solely from the Fayetteville campus to earn the certificate.

Holding certificates from left to right are students Todd Noblitt and Joseph Navas, Dr. Malek Abunaemeh, instructor, and students William Enix, Montana Driver, and Joshua “Taylor” Bentley. All of the graduates are currently enrolled in the Mechatronics AAS and Level II certification courses at Motlow, and are eligible to become Siemens Mechatronics System Assistants.

Motlow increases Workforce Development Contract Hours by 11%

In the Division of External Affairs and Workforce Innovation, the Workforce Development office increased its contract hours by 11% during the 2017-18 academic year. EMT/Paramedic CEU courses were a key component of the increase, as well as increased enrollment in Microsoft Excel courses and partnering with local industry to provide current employees with ‘customized’ training.

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2017-2018 HIGHLIGHTS

Motlow leads Tennessee community colleges in graduation rate

The Tennessee Board of Regents (TBR) College System announced graduation and retention numbers for the 13 Tennessee community colleges that comprise the System. Motlow State Community College had the highest graduation rate of any community college over the past three years. The College also had the second-highest retention rate for freshmen who enrolled for the fall semester of 2016.

The Motlow graduation rate for the 2014-17 time frame came in at 35.5 percent, compared to the system-wide average of 21.8 percent. The next closest college, Roane State Community College, had a graduation rate of 28 percent. Highlighting the impressiveness of these numbers is the fact that Motlow has been a leader in enrollment growth amongst all Tennessee institutions of higher learning over the last three years.

The Motlow retention rate for freshmen enrolled for the 2016 fall semester came in at 61.2 percent, second only to Northeast Community College, which had a retention rate of 63.4 percent. The system-wide retention average for the 2016 freshman class was 55.9 percent. Retention rate is a critical number gauging the success of an institution in keeping students enrolled.

Motlow’s Melody Edmonds receives PTK Distinguished College Administrator Award

Melody Edmonds, interim vice president for academic affairs at Motlow State Community College, recently received the Phi Theta Kappa (PTK) Honor Society’s Distinguished College Administrator Award presented at the Society’s annual national convention in Kansas City, Missouri. The award is given to college vice presidents, deans or directors serving at postsecondary institutions who have demonstrated a strong level of support for the PTK chapters on their campuses.

Celebrating ten years of Motlow in Sparta

Motlow State Community College celebrated the 10th anniversary of the Motlow Sparta Teaching Site. The Site is featured as a “Unique Partnership: the County, the City, and the College.” The community came together to celebrate each other, its past, its present, and its future. A spirit of oneness was present. A spirit of kinship was present. A spirit of cooperation and commitment was present. They praised each other, not themselves.

Students Graduate from both Warren County High School and Motlow State Community College

Four Warren County High School graduates received their associates degree from Motlow State Community College at the 2018 Spring Commencement ceremony. The graduates, pictured at the Warren County High School graduation, from left are Lila Loftis, Courtney Curtis, Molly Hale, and Rebecca “Bec” Loftis, participated in the Dual Enrollment program at Motlow that allows students to take college courses while enrolled in high school.

Motlow employees Estelle Davis and Michelle Griffith reconnect with their education

Estelle Davis, left, and Michelle Griffith, have a lot in common, including being Motlow State employees. The Motlow connection became even stronger when both became Motlow graduates.

When Motlow President Michael Torrence conferred degrees at the 48th Annual Commencement Ceremony in May that recognized the Smyrna campus students, Davis and Griffith were among the 300 students who received degrees. In his opening remarks Dr. Torrence paid special recognition to the Motlow duo.

“It is my honor to recognize two graduates who are also members of the Motlow family,” Torrence said. “Today they have achieved a goal they have worked for over the years. Please join me in recognizing and congratulating our peers, Ms. Estelle Davis and Ms. Michelle Griffith.”

Motlow ends first soccer season with winning record, solid foundation

The Motlow Lady Bucks soccer team wrapped up the 2017 regular season, the first in program history, by winning five of their final six matches, including a 4-0 victory over the Martin Methodist JV. Motlow (8-7-1) outscored the opposition in those final six contests by a combined 26-3. After a 2-5-1 start to the season, the Lady Bucks went 6-2 over their final eight games, with both of the losses coming by a single point to established junior college programs.

Original Smyrna Campus building named for Dr. Arthur L. Walker, Jr.

Former Motlow State Community College President Dr. Arthur L. Walker, Jr., recently joined other past Motlow presidents who have had College facilities named after them as the original building on the Smyrna campus was recently dedicated in Dr. Walker’s name. A large crowd, including Walker’s family, former Motlow presidents, faculty, staff and friends of the College gathered on Oct. 21, 2017 at the Rutherford County campus for the dedication ceremony.

2017-2018 HIGHLIGHTS

Motlow graduates to benefit from “MTSU Promise” scholarship Administrators at Motlow State Community College and Middle Tennessee State University recently took steps to further develop the relationship between the two schools by signing a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) at Motlow’s Smyrna campus. The cooperative agreement directly benefits qualifying Motlow graduates who transfer to MTSU to obtain their bachelor’s degree.

A highlight of the agreement is the creation of a “MTSU Promise” scholarship for Motlow students who complete their studies and then successfully transition to MTSU to complete their bachelor’s degree. Through its existing Guaranteed Transfer Scholarship Program, MTSU will guarantee admission and provide transferring Motlow students with $3,000 per year for two years, or a maximum of four semesters, based on reaching and keeping a minimum 3.0 GPA.

Hilda Tunstill served as interim president

Hilda Tunstill was appointed interim president of Motlow State Community College by Tennessee Board of Regents Chancellor Flora W. Tydings while the national search for the college’s next president was launched. Tunstill, a 29-year veteran and senior level administrator, was vice president for finance and administration. Tunstill is a Motlow College Foundation trustee and serves as the foundation’s treasurer.

“I am grateful that Ms. Tunstill has agreed to serve in this important role during this time of transition at Motlow State Community College,” Tydings said. “She’s a proven leader, has been part of the Motlow community for three decades and has been in its senior leadership for 13 years. Her priority is student success. She is trusted by the campus community and I have complete confidence in her.”

Smyrna Campus Third Building Groundbreaking

On Friday, March 23, Motlow State broke ground on the Smyrna Campus for its third building. The building will house general classrooms, chemistry and biology labs, medical laboratory technology, the library, a one-stop center for student services, staff and faculty offices, book store and a 300-seat multipurpose area. The projected opening date is fall 2019.

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McMinnville Campus Automation and Robotics Training Center Groundbreaking

On June 14, Motlow State held a groundbreaking ceremony for the state-of-the-art Automation and Robotics Training Center (ARTC) that will be located on 4.5 acres adjacent to the Tennessee College of Applied Technology and the Motlow McMinnville campus. The Warren County Commission donated the land to the College. Funding for the ARTC comes from a $5.5 million grant awarded to Motlow as part of the “Drive to 55 Capacity Fund”. The primary purpose of the center is to train skilled workers to support existing and new industries throughout the area as they utilize more industrial robots.

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MOTLOW COLLEGE FOUNDATION

In October, the Foundation hosted its 2nd Annual Scholarship Donor and Recipient Reception. The event brings together students and their families along with the Foundation’s generous donors. Several staff and faculty attend as well to be a part of celebrating Motlow’s students.

The Foundation celebrated the life and leadership of Motlow State’s 1st President, Dr. Samuel H. Ingram, on the occasion of his 90th birthday. Dr. Ingram kindly lent his birthday to the Foundation to use as an opportunity to launch a “Give $90 for Sam’s 90th” campaign. The campaign raised nearly $7,000 for several Foundation funds, such as the Emergency Fund and the Smyrna Building Fund.

The Foundation sponsored the annual Faculty Excellence Awards which recognize outstanding faculty members.

The Foundation hosted its annual Spring Chari-Tea for the Motlow Ladies Philanthropic Society to benefit the scholarship by the same name. The scholarship goes to help women who are 25 years of age and older with their educational expenses. In order to receive the scholarship, a female student must be at least 50% completed with her studies; have, at least, a 2.5 cumulative GPA and must live within one of the counties within Motlow’s 11-county service area. Attendees heard a moving testimony from Motlow sophomore Brittnay Crownover on what receiving the Motlow Ladies scholarship had meant to her.

The Foundation hosted the 2nd Annual Smyrna BBQ event at the Smyrna Event Center. The theme for this year’s fundraiser was a County Fair and guests enjoyed carnival games, a silent auction, a live auction and the Nashville-based country music band, The Loaded Dogs. The event raised approximately $30,000 for the Smyrna Building Fund.

The Foundation hosted multiple alumni road shows to promote alumni engagement and support.

STUDENT ENROLLMENT DATA

Asian/PI 2.21% 2.45% 2.79% 2.65% 1.04% 0.25% 0.24% 0.21% 0.07% 0.02% 0.02%

Enrollment by Status Fall 2017

Full-time

Enrollment by Gender

Female

Black 8.79% 8.87% 9.14% 9.68% 5.00% 6.21% 7.99% 81.11% 81.09% 80.39% 75.72% 3.00% 2.32% 1.21% 0.74% & 59.50% 62.10% 71.10% 72.80% 74.08% 16.90% 16.40% 12.40% 11.70% 12.03% 13.30% 13.10% 10.20% 9.30% 8.54% & 10.20% 8.40% 6.30% 6.20% 5.35% 23 22 22 21

FINANCIAL PERFORMANCE

Budget: Source & Use of Funds

Source of Funds

Source 2012-13 % 2013-14 % 2014-15 % 2015-16 % 2016-17 %

Tuition and Fees $13,658,783 39.2% $14,204,711 41.5% $14,847,766 42.5% $17,803,694 41.1% $19,976,905 41.4%

State App. 10,359,284 29.8% 11,170,799 32.6% 10,799,200 30.9% 11,169,950 25.8% 11,889,375 24.6%

Federal Grants 7,642,875 22.0% 6,454,938 18.9% 6,071,827 17.4% 7,127,145 16.4% 7,231,651 15.0%

State Grants 2,001,397 5.7% 2,108,412 6.2% 2,931,900 8.4% 6,585,160 15.2% 8,495,412 17.6%

Private Gifts 930,295 2.7% 79,904 0.2% 101,370 0.3% 199,604 1.1% 210,160 0.4%

Other Sources 221,290 0.6% 208,997 0.6% 177,012 0.5% 480,106 0.4% 503,186 1.0%

Total $34,813,924 $34,227,761 $34,929,075 $43,365,659 $48,306,689

Use of Funds

Use 2012-13 % 2013-14 % 2014-15 % 2015-16 % 2016-17 %

Instruction $12,886,826 40.3% $12,511,666 39.3% $12,438,690 38.4% $12,730,583 32.9% $14,200,914 32.6%

Academic Supp. 1,901,797 6.0% 1,992,239 6.3% 2,220,066 6.9% 2,562,973 6.6% 2,333,022 5.3%

Public Service 180,634 0.6% 104,871 0.3% 102,548 0.3% 103,491 0.3% 130,069 0.3% Services 3,034,642 9.5% 3,124,934 9.8% 3,103,786 9.6% 3,257,798 8.4% 3,677,275 8.3%

Institutional Supp. 3,538,289 11.0% 3,821,762 12.0% 3,775,101 11.7% 3,464,795 8.9% 3,701,420 8.4%

Operation & Main. 2,395,376 7.5% 2,431,256 7.6% 2,386,410 7.4% 2,432,474 7.6% 3,247,959 7.8%

Scholarships 8,024,053 25.1% 7,823,621 24.6% 8,350,099 25.8% 13,693,376 35.3% 16,274,459 37.3%

Total $31,961,617 $31,810,349 $32,376,700 $38,245,490 $43,565,118

Source:

TENNESSEE BOARD OF REGENTS AND MOTLOW FOUNDATION

Tennessee Board of Regents

The Honorable Bill Haslam Governor of Tennessee, Ex-Officio Regent

The Honorable Candice McQueen Commissioner of Education, Ex-Officio Regent

The Honorable Jai Templeton Commissioner of Agriculture, Ex-Officio Regent

Mr. Mike Krause

Executive Director, Tennessee Higher Education Commission, Ex-Officio Regent

Ms. Emily J. Reynolds

Vice Chair, 5th Congressional District

Dr. MaryLou Apple, 6th Congressional District

Mr. Miles A. Burdine, 1st Congressional District

Mr. Greg Duckett, 9th Congressional District

Ms. Yolanda S. Greene, 4th Congressional District

Mr. Tom Griscom, 3rd Congressional District

Mr. Joey Hatch, 7th Congressional District

Ms. Fran Marcum, At-Large, Middle

Mr. Jeremy Mitchell, Student Regent

Mr. Robert Pepper, Faculty Regent

Ms. Barbara U. Prescott, 8th Congressional District

Ms. Leigh A. Shockey, At-Large, West

Ms. Fran Marcum, At-Large, Middle

Mr. William Summons, Faculty Regent

Mr. Thomas A. H. White, At-Large, East

Ms. Flora Tydings

Chancellor

Jeffery Anderson, Bedford County

Rick Francis, Bedford County

John Parker, Bedford County

Allen Pitner, Bedford County

Barbara Parker, Cannon County

Dr. MaryLou Apple, Coffee County

Jeff Fishman, Coffee County

Dr. Frank Glass, Coffee County

Liz Kennedy, Coffee County

Eugene London, Jr., Coffee County

Fran Marcum, Coffee County

Troy Martin, Coffee County

Don Midgett, Coffee County

Clifton Miller, Coffee County

Dr. Harry Nisbett, Coffee County

Cameron Ray, Coffee County

J. Stanley Rogers, Coffee County

Rogers Starr, Coffee County

Howard Tucker, Coffee County

Steve Worsham, Coffee County

Lane Yoder, Coffee County, Secretary

Brenda Cantrell, DeKalb County

Les Enoch, DeKalb County

Brenda Cannon, Franklin County

Howard Kirksey, Franklin County

Hilda Tunstill, Franklin County, Treasurer Jerry Tunstill, Franklin County Daryl Welch, Franklin County

Charles Gleghorn, Lincoln County

Dan Holt, Lincoln County

Larry Combs, Moore County

Steve May, Moore County

David Parks, Moore County

Judy Boyd Terjen, Moore County

Lynne Tolley, Moore County

Rhonda Allen, Rutherford County

Bill Hayes, Rutherford County

Dr. Sam Ingram, Rutherford County

Gary Morgan, Rutherford County, Vice Chair

Lori North, Rutherford County, Chair

Dr. Jean Anne Rogers, Rutherford County

Robert Stevens, Rutherford County

Andy Womack, Rutherford County

Jim Brewer, Warren County

Jerry Cooper, Warren County

Kevin Dunlap, Warren County

Michael Griffith, Warren County

Todd Herzog, Warren County

Gary Prater, Warren County

Bill Zechman, Warren County

Jim Payne, White County

Brenda Lewis, out of area

Dr. Art Walker, out of area

2017-2018

Motlow College Foundation Trustees (as of June 30, 2018) MKT-0002-0818

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