Raquel Torres-Retana

She is the inaugural chief administrator, providing student support programs and academic leadership while ensuring equitable and inclusive intimate communities.

In addition to her role at Pasadena City College, Torres-Retana is an adjunct assistant professor at the University of Southern California's Rossier School of Education.

Torres-Retana previously served in various capacities at the University of Southern California including Associate Dean of Student Affairs, Assistant Dean/Director of Student Judicial Affairs and Community, and Director of El Centro Chicano.

She holds an Ed.D. in Higher Education/Higher Education Administration from the University of California, a Master's of Public Administration from California State University, Dominguez Hills, and a Bachelor of Arts in Sociology from Whittier College.