Fisher Named Vice President for Academic Affairs

Dr. Brock L. Fisher

Fisher Named Vice President for Academic Affairs

Dr. Brock L. Fisher has been named vice president for academic affairs at Walters State Community College. 

Fisher previously served as vice president for academic affairs at Bergen Community College in Paramus, New Jersey. He holds a doctorate degree in theatre and a master’s degree in theatre from the University of Missouri, Columbia. He earned a bachelor of arts degree in theatre and psychology from the University of Central Missouri.

“Dr. Fisher brings 20 years of higher education teaching and leadership experience to his new position,” said Dr. Tony Miksa, president of Walters State. “Throughout his career, he has been an advocate for student success and a strong supporter of faculty members at all levels. We are excited to welcome Dr. Fisher into the Walters State family.”

While at Bergen Community College, Fisher completed an academic master plan to guide the division through 2025, implemented a new learning management system to ensure student success, and worked with stakeholders to create a new online college with fully articulated virtual services and programs. He also oversaw the creation of numerous new academic programs and external partnerships.

"I am excited to join the Walters State family,” said Fisher. “As the two-time winner of the best community college in the state of Tennessee, Walters State already does so much right in terms of student success. I'm eager to pitch in and work with the faculty, staff and administration to empower students to meet their personal and academic goals."

Fisher served as associate vice president for arts and sciences from 2016-2019 and as executive dean of humanities and social sciences from 2014-2016 at McHenry County College in Crystal Lake, Illinois.

His resume also includes time as the chair of fine arts at Stillman College. Institutions where his primary role was teaching include the Georgia College and State University, Ball State University, Anderson University, Clark University and Bethel College.

Fisher’s primary role at Walters State is providing support for administration and faculty members within the college’s eight academic divisions. He will promote the scholarship of teaching and learning across all campuses. 

Fisher began his new job on Feb. 1.