Robert Templin

Robert Templin is an Adjunct Professor of the Practice at North Carolina State University's College of Education, serving as a community college executive in residence. He holds roles such as Senior Fellow at the Aspen Institute’s College Excellence Program and previously led Northern Virginia Community College (NVCC) for 12 years as its president. Dr. Templin has extensive leadership experience in technology and education, including roles as president of Virginia’s Center for Innovative Technology and Thomas Nelson Community College. He is the author of Virginia’s workforce development plan and a strategic plan to position Virginia as a technology leader.

• Education:
• Associate’s degree: Harford Community College
• Bachelor’s degree: Towson State University
• Master’s degree: Georgetown University
• Doctor of Education: North Carolina State University

Research and Leadership Focus: Templin’s work centers on workforce development, technology-driven education strategies, and community college innovation. His contributions include advancing vocational training and tech policy at state and national levels.

Awards and Recognition: He has received multiple local and national accolades for leadership in technology and education, though specific award names are not listed.

Additional Roles: Templin is affiliated with the Department of Educational Leadership, Policy, and Human Development at NC State, contributing to academic and strategic initiatives.