OTC SkillsUSA finalist strives to be the best
Inspiration is what drives Kateryna Wedlock in her quest to be the best graphic artist she can be.
And her …
Fine Arts’ Wishing Wall project a hit in community
Kat Allie had no idea people would be so enthused when she unveiled her community wishing wall project recently.
“I …
Student pays it forward with loan repayment
The term “pay it forward” is not lost on Jesse Allen.
In January, Allen found himself in dire financial straits …
Dr. Lawler retiring from career at OTC
Dr. Shirley Lawler has plenty of things to be proud of when looking back on her educational career.
Not only …
SRC workers set to receive degrees from program
Thursday’s Ozarks Technical Community College commencement will have a little extra meaning for a group of employees from Springfield Remanufacturing …
English class designed to address veterans’ needs
For a military veteran, transitioning from their former life to one that includes time spent on a college campus can …
Youth services students work to improve house, lives
Students hammer nails and saw wood, but they are not only gaining construction skills. They are also learning about responsibility …
TTI helps turns local man’s life around
When Todd Ray’s family business in Osage Beach went under in 2011 as a result of the bad economy, Ray …
Mayor Raeanne Presley and Steve Presley donate $15,000 to OTC Table Rock Campus
Steve and Raeanne Presley have donated $15,000 to purchase the first classroom naming in the new OTC Table Rock Campus.…
Instructors look forward to Community Day
OTC faculty members Jim Bridwell (left) and Terry Pridgeon are looking forward to this year’s Community Day event for …
Middle College instructor honored for reading program
Sandra Pierce knew that offering a reading course to students immersed in a world of technological gadgetry would be a …
Venezuelan brothers make most of time at OTC
For two brothers from Venezuela, their first stop on the road toward an American education has brought them to Ozarks …
Students have memorable time at symposium
Betsy Woodsmansee (center in photo) and Courtney Cook (left) still can’t stop talking about having their plays chosen for the …
Student finds career path at OTC
When Jerry Kendall recently sold his plumbing business of nine years, he wanted to do something different.
He found what …
OTC’s Alpha Psi Tau chapter wins 13 Phi Theta Kappa awards
Ozarks Technical Community College’s Alpha Psi Tau chapter of Phi Theta Kappa earned 13 awards at the Missouri Regional Convention …
Fire science alum giving back to OTC students
Bryan Newberry will never stop being a fire science student.
After earning an associate’s degree from OTC in fire science …
OTC student become nurse as payback for care
The term “pay it forward” has not been lost on Matt Lyons.
The OTC student was on his way to …
Couple putting OTC training to work
Melissa and David Lyday know that someday soon the education they received at Ozarks Technical Community College and elsewhere will …
Former OTC student excels in animation work
Brett Ellis got his first taste of computer programming and animation while attending Ozarks Technical Community College in 2000.
Today, …
Art students study woodcuts made 80 years ago
Many classes at OTC take pride in using state-of-the-art technology to teach students.
In one case, however, the generosity …
State National Guard medics to test at OTC
Medics from the Missouri Army National Guard will converge on the OTC Springfield campus Saturday to participate in field medical …
Career Center student first to enter Honors Program
Taylor Stav is a soft-spoken OTC student who hopes her actions will speak loudly.
The Willard High School graduate is …
Married couple both earn PN pins
Seth and Britney Hartsell have been together ever since they first met at Hillcrest High School in 2008.
So, it …
Student hopes for singing career
Brittney Tucker began singing in elementary school while growing up in Arkansas.
Over the years, while listening to her mother …
Scholarship helps student reach goal
Meagen Fields is a perfect example of someone who was able to overcome short-term obstacles in order to reach her …