OTC has student ambassadors who show prospective students around the college’s various campuses and centers. But Jay Rauhoff has become the type of OTC ambassador who spreads the word about the college around the world. Rauhoff, who attended OTC from 2007-2009, is now in Finland where he will work for four years on his doctorate…
News Releases David Esping named OTC Chief Technology Officer Thursday, July 23 OTC and Waynesville R-VI School District form new partnership Wednesday, July 22 OTC Richwood Valley Campus reopens after power outage Friday, July 17 OTC In the News Heavy rains flood E. Chestnut Expressway near OTC campus Thursday, July 23 KY3 AfterMath Adventures Thursday,…
News Releases Matthew Hudson named OTC Dean of Technical Education Monday, July 13 OTC Richwood Valley Campus closed due to power outage Friday, July 10 OTC In the News OTC needs volunteers for adult education classes Wednesday, July 15 KSPR OTC seeking volunteers for adult literacy classes Tuesday, July 14 Buffalo Reflex Longtime SPS administrator named…
A group of young minds from OTC’s Middle College recently got the opportunity to study science with local researchers and professors. OTC’s Middle College offers high school students, challenged by traditional education settings, an alternative education opportunity in a variety of program areas including science. Selected students met with professors from Missouri State University and…
Congratulations to the OTC Table Rock Campus 2015 Practical Nursing graduates! Friends and family gathered at the Our Lady of the Lake Parish Center in Branson on Wednesday, July 22 for the 2015 Practical Nursing recognition ceremony. Twenty-nine nursing students graduated and received their pins.
News Releases Adult Education and Literacy volunteers needed at OTC Wednesday, July 8 OTC RegFest prepares students for fall semester Thursday, July 9 OTC In the News Local firm hosting workshop Thursday, July 9, 2015 Christian County Headliner Our View: I spy with my little eye Wednesday, July 8 Christian County Headliner Gant takes reins…
David Esping, former information technology director at Missouri S&T, has been named the Chief Technology Officer for Ozarks Technical Community College. In his new role, Esping will lead the college’s Information Technology department.
Waynesville High School students will soon have the opportunity to pursue an associate degree in criminal justice at the Ozarks Technical Community College Waynesville Center. “Beyond our AP and dual enrollment courses, this program will offer yet another opportunity for our high school students to graduate ready for college or a career,” said Dr. Brian…
The new Environmental Science Technology program at the OTC Waynesville Center will now be offered at the OTC Richwood Valley Campus. The Environmental Science Technology program focuses on laboratory and field tests to monitor the environment and investigate sources of pollution and contamination, including those that affect public health. The hybrid program includes both hands-on…
The Ozarks Technical Community College Richwood Valley Campus in Christian County will reopen on Monday, July 20 after being closed July 10–17 due to a power outage. On Thursday, July 9, a vehicle traveling westbound on Highway 14 crashed and damaged electrical equipment that supplied power to the Richwood Valley campus. After extensive repairs, power…
Prepare for a successful college semester through a series of free workshops brought to you by the OTC Speckman Tutoring & Learning Center and the Carol Jones Writing Center. College Prep Day is a great opportunity to ensure you’re ready for college. Our FREE, hands-on workshops will cover everything from study skills to computer technology…
Dr. Matthew Hudson, former Springfield Public Schools administrator, has been named the Dean of Technical Education for Ozarks Technical Community College. In his new role, Hudson will oversee the 20 technical education programs offered by OTC, which include automotive technology, culinary arts, computer information science and electronic media production. He will also oversee the Middle…
Keith Crisman has expanded the boundaries of OTC’s “Start Here, Go Anywhere” motto. The 2011 OTC graduate doesn’t want to go anywhere on Earth because he has his eyes on the stars. “To become an astronaut,” the Ozark resident replied when asked about his ultimate goal. Crisman began working towards that goal while studying at…
The Ozarks Technical Community College Richwood Valley Campus in Christian County will be closed during the week of July 13-17 due to damage to electrical equipment. Richwood Valley instructors are working with students to conduct classes on Blackboard, an online learning management system, and OTC employees who work at Richwood Valley will report to the…
Current and prospective Ozarks Technical Community College students are invited to prepare for the upcoming fall semester at RegFest ― a one-stop registration event designed to help students plan and enroll in classes. OTC RegFest will be held at the following OTC campuses and centers this month.
Volunteer positions are available for Ozarks Technical Community College’s Adult Education and Literacy classes, which will be held this fall in the following counties: Greene, Stone, Taney, Christian, Webster, Polk, Dallas, Laclede and Wright. Schedules vary by location. Most volunteers average 2-3 hours of work per week. Adult Education and Literacy volunteers assist instructors in…
Wade Southwell rode into Springfield on a bus 2½ years ago; last week, he left the Ozarks on another bus. What happened to the OTC student between the two bus rides is a tribute to Southwell’s personal determination and academic perseverance that few might dare to attempt. The 25-year-old battled homelessness and addiction issues while…
News Releases OTC students excel at SkillsUSA Championships Wednesday, July 1 OTC In the News Newsmakers: June 29-July 5, 2015 Tuesday, June 30 Springfield Business Journal OTC construction to be finished by fall 2016 Tuesday, June 30 Branson Tri-Lakes News Middle school students STEAM to OTC event Monday, June 29 Springfield News-Leader Fifth-annual Men of…
Ten students from Ozarks Technical Community College received medals at the SkillsUSA Championships, held June 22–26 in Louisville, Ky. More than 6,000 career and technical education students participated in 100 different trade, technical and leadership fields. The SkillsUSA Championships took place as part of the SkillsUSA 51st annual National Leadership and Skills Conference. Twenty-nine OTC…
