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…
The OTC Richwood Valley Campus was filled with energetic and inquisitive middle school students enjoying the presentations and demonstrations that made up the college’s first STEAM event on Friday, June 19. STEAM – which stands for Science/Technology/Engineering/Arts/ Mathematics – allowed more than 60 middle school students to get a sampling of academic subjects with a…
Michelle Hudgens, lead English instructor at the OTC Richwood Valley Campus, was selected as one of 25 participants nationwide to attend the 2015 Summer Seminar for the Holocaust and Jewish Resistance Teacher’s Program (HAJRTP). The seminar’s itinerary includes a two-week trip to Germany and Poland July 1-14. Participants will meet Holocaust survivors, network with other…
Ozarks Technical Community College may not have any athletic programs, but that doesn’t mean there aren’t any athletes walking the halls. Take Adam Arnold ― American ninja warrior. Arnold, who holds degrees in manufacturing, construction and industrial management technology from OTC, is scheduled to appear in the Orlando, Fla., regional qualifier of “American Ninja Warrior.”…
OTC In the News New doctorate in education program offered in this area Thursday, June 18 Waynesville Daily Guide Darr Family Foundation presents $235K in grants Thursday, June 18 Springfield Business Journal Officials say earlier investments in education key to achieving wealth Thursday, June 18 KSMU OTC invites middle and high school students to STEAM…
OTC News Releases OTC’s Joan Barrett named Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs Monday, June 8 OTC In the News Three hurt when building under construction collapses Thursday, June 1 KSPR On eve of tryouts, Ozarks pro baseball league unsettled Thursday, June 11 Springfield News-Leader Chick-fil-A releases plans for new restaurant in Springfield Wednesday, June 10…
The mission of OTC’s diesel technology program is to provide students with the necessary knowledge and skills to be successful in careers within the diesel repair industry. And the program recently added a big piece of technology – a very big piece – to help students with their training. Deep inside the Industrial Transportation and…
OTC News Releases Jared Lightle named coordinator of scholarships and alumni for OTC Foundation Tuesday, June 2 OTC restructures developmental education courses to increase student completion rates Monday, June 1 OTC In the News CWJC getting women back to work Tuesday, June 2 Christian County Headliner Public hearing on higher education slated Monday, June 1…
OTC In the News OTC’s Adult Education and Literacy program receives High Quality Program award Wednesday, May 27 Bolivar Herald-Free Press Bring it on home: China Sunday, May 24 St. Louis Post-Dispatch Area graduates receive MFA scholarships Sunday, May 24 Bolivar Herald-Free Press OTC Adult Education Program receives award Sunday, May 24 Hometown Daily News…
OTC News Releases OTC’s Adult Education and Literacy program receives High Quality Program award Thursday, May 21 OTC’s Middle College names CoxHealth its Employer of the Year Wednesday, May 20 OTC In the News Panel explores education alternative Thursday, May 21 Lebanon Daily Record Pokin Around: Bedside at a mannequin birth; it’s creepy Tuesday, May 19…
OTC News Releases OTC confers 3,153 degrees and certificates at commencement Friday, May 15 OTC In the News Nearly 700 graduate from OTC Thursday, May 14 Springfield News-Leader College trustees approve underwriting services to refinance general obligation bonds Wednesday, May 13 The Missourian Springfield firefighters train for birth and trauma emergencies Wednesday, May 13 KY3 Missouri…
Tyler Sederwall and Juliana Drayer have future plans that don’t stop with the upcoming national SkillsUSA competition in Louisville later this month. The two OTC electronic media students are planning to take their talents to Los Angeles soon after the competition to begin their careers in filmmaking. The two students, who took first place at…
David Lian flashed a wide smile after he received his Associate of Arts degree at OTC’s commencement. Lian was a happy graduate because he knew how far he literally had come to earn his honors. A refugee of Burma, Lian left his homeland came after being persecuted as a Christian. Fortunately, his sister and brother…