05/07/2026
Trinidad State Happenings
We are proud to Introduce Dr. Dustin Eicke, the newly appointed President of Trinidad State College.
Dr. Eicke has built partnerships with K–12 districts, employers, state agencies, and philanthropic organizations to expand opportunity and strengthen workforce-aligned programs. His leadership has supported growth in dual and concurrent enrollment pathways, development of new programs such as Data Center Specialist and Artificial Intelligence degrees, and stronger regional employer relationships, including collaborations with companies such as Meta and Microsoft.
He has also led efforts focused on post-graduation value and economic mobility, using labor market and earnings data to help align programs with family-sustaining careers and regional workforce demand. In addition, he has overseen more than $10 million annually in sponsored awards and helped secure major external investments, including Metallica Scholars funding, a Meta grant, and the college’s first National Science Foundation grant.
Dr. Eicke brings to the presidency a student-first leadership style grounded in collaboration, accountability, and measurable results for students and communities.
He holds a Ph.D. in Higher Education Research from Texas Tech University, along with graduate and undergraduate degrees from Abilene Christian University and Lubbock Christian University.
Dr. Eicke and his wife, Erika Terrill, along with their dog, Dobby, are excited to join the Trinidad State College team and become part of the college community.
