Welding instructor uses talent for art
When Tom Stage looks at a pile of scrap metal, he doesn’t see it heading to some recycling site. He …
The future of robots being taught now at OTC
The demand for robotic programs has been on the rise since the first programmable digital robot was brought to life …
Driving simulator helps in training drivers
At first glance, the trio of oversized TV screens, an oversized operator’s seat and authentic mobile ambulance may all look …
High-tech manikins help in training students
To some, they may appear to be lifeless imitations of human beings made of hard plastic and stuffed with wires …
Science studies make use of the outdoor classroom
Matt Duzan has two classrooms he works in as an instructor at the OTC Richwood Valley Campus. The first one …
Barrett named new president of MCCA board
As the new president of Missouri Community College Association’s board of directors, Joan Barrett wants to continue to help advocate …
Songwriter tells OTC students about his big break
Kevin Renick calls it a “cosmic coincidence” when the St. Louis songwriter refers to the tremendous break he got when …
OTC students honored at MCCA state convention
Two OTC students were presented with the Missouri Community College’s Student Leadership Award last week during the MCCA convention in …
Former Romanian pop singer taking classes at OTC
Maricia Zaharuk is a long way from her native country of Romania but the 32-year-old feels very comfortable in her