Balancing motherhood, work and a full course load isn’t easy. But for McKayla Segura, it was all part of the journey to becoming the educator she aspires to be. A recent graduate of Ozarks Tech Lebanon Center, McKayla’s path has been anything but ordinary and her story proves that determination and a clear “why” can…
Ozarks Technical Community College is proud to announce a major seven-figure donation from David and Stacey O’Reilly to support the college’s “Dream Big. Dream Together” campaign for the future Michael L. Parson Student Union. In recognition of their generosity, the outdoor plaza adjacent to the new student union will be named the “David and Stacey…
SPRINGFIELD, Mo. — The future of aviation maintenance education in Missouri officially took flight today, Wednesday, June 11, as Ozarks Technical Community College celebrated the grand opening of the Roy Blunt Aviation Training Center. Located near Springfield-Branson National Airport, the cutting-edge facility will begin training students this fall. Named in honor of former U.S. Sen.…
Congratulations to our Spring 2025 Chancellor’s List, Dean’s List and Provost’s List recipients! Students who complete 12 or more credit hours in a fall or spring semester are eligible for the Chancellor’s List and Dean’s List. Recognition is based on the grade point average during that semester. The Chancellor’s List requires a GPA of 3.85…
New short-term course helps local facilities reduce downtime and contractor costs In response to increasing demand for skilled maintenance professionals in southwest Missouri, Ozarks Technical Community College is launching an innovative, short-term plumbing course designed to help local businesses strengthen their existing workforce. The Plumbing for Maintenance Technicians course, offered June 23–27 at Ozark Tech’s…
SPRINGFIELD, MO – More than 2,700 degrees and certificates were awarded to students on May 15 as Ozarks Technical Community College celebrated Commencement at Great Southern Bank Arena in Springfield. Graduates and their families filled the arena for both the 3 p.m. and 6 p.m. ceremonies, celebrating this year’s accomplishments. Graduates from summer 2024, fall…
Local Leaders and Families Gather to Recognize Graduating Seniors, as Part of Statewide Efforts by rootEd Missouri to Support Rural Students’ Planning for Their Futures Clever, Missouri (May 9, 2025) – Clever High School today hosted its annual Decision Day, an event for the Class of 2025 to announce their post-graduation plans – which range…
On May 6 the Ozarks Tech Richwood Valley Campus host the Lineman Rodeo. Students competed in multiple events demonstrating skills they have learned in their courses with proper safety measures. Several from the Ozarks Tech and local community gathered to enjoy the competition, music and lunch with the students.
On May 6 the Ozarks Tech Richwood Valley Campus host the Lineman Rodeo. Students competed in multiple events demonstrating skills they have learned in their courses with proper safety measures. Several from the Ozarks Tech and local community gathered to enjoy the competition, music and lunch with the students.
Springfield, MO — The Alliance for Healthcare Education marked a major milestone Wednesday with its first-ever pinning ceremony, honoring students who have completed Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) through the Ozarks Tech Alliance Middle College program. The event celebrated the accomplishments of 10 CNA students, the inaugural cohort of the Alliance – a transformative partnership formed…
Springfield, MO. – Dr. Tracy McGrady, Ozarks Tech’s provost and executive vice chancellor for Academic Affairs, will give the keynote commencement address at the Ozarks Technical Community College Commencement ceremonies on Thursday, May 15. The ceremonies will take place at 3 p.m. and 6 p.m. at Great Southern Bank Arena on the Missouri State University…
SPRINGFIELD, MO – Ozarks Technical Community College is proud to announce plans for its 2025 Commencement ceremonies, scheduled for Thursday, May 15, at Great Southern Bank Arena on the Missouri State University campus. This year’s celebration will include two ceremonies, allowing the college to better accommodate the growing number of graduates and their guests. First…
Ozarks Tech has joined organizations across the region in recognition of mental health support. On April 24, the college celebrated the official installation of a “Be Well Bell” at the OTC Richwood Valley Campus. The event was a collaborative promotion by Ozarks Tech’s Phi Theta Kappa organization, OTC Counseling Services, and Burrell Behavioral Health in…
Ozarks Technical Community College has announced that Dr. Aaron Light has been selected as the institution’s next Provost and Executive Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs. Dr. Light, who has served as the college’s Dean of Health Sciences since 2021, was chosen for the role following a national search. His appointment will be effective July…
Some students go to college to earn a degree. Others, like Mary Higginbotham, go to make a difference. A non-traditional student, mother of three and passionate advocate for education and service, Mary’s journey at Ozarks Technical Community College has been nothing short of remarkable. Her dedication to academics, leadership and community involvement has earned her…
Ozarks Tech students will have opportunities to take part in two different industry career fairs in the coming weeks at the college’s Springfield campus. The Transportation Career Fair is scheduled for 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Thursday, April 10, in the MHC Diesel Technician Training Center in the Industry Transportation and Technology Center (ITTC…
Students preparing to graduate this May will begin their journey toward commencement through Ozarks Tech’s annual Grad Prep event. The event will be held from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Wednesday, April 9, in the Plaster Manufacturing Center on OTC’s Springfield Campus. Grad Prep gives students an opportunity to take care of everything they…
Madison Smith knows what it’s like to juggle multiple responsibilities. Like many Ozarks Tech students, she is learning to carefully balance school and work while also taking on the challenges that come with being a single mom. So, when the college launched year-round enrollment in spring 2024 to help students plan their schedules in…
Willam and Landrey Black admit they don’t exactly have a traditional boy-meets-girl story. How they became a couple is something more unique and woven together by an Ozarks Tech thread. William comes from a farm family in Crane, Missouri, but it was when a mobile veterinarian diagnosed his pet horse with foundering – a painful…
As consumers it’s easy to take for granted showers with the perfect water pressure and temperature, functioning toilets, and dishwashers that clean and sanitize dishes. But behind these daily necessities are specially trained professionals who install and service the plumbing systems that make them all possible. In Missouri, statistics show there are nearly 830…
For Cheyenne Steed, discovering her career path didn’t exactly come about in an easy way. In May of 2024, the stay-at-home mom found herself facing a divorce and needing to financially provide for her three daughters. Realizing she needed options after being out of the workforce for nine years, but also knowing a four-year degree…
Congratulations to our Fall 2024 Chancellor’s List, Dean’s List and Provost’s List recipients! Students who complete 12 or more credit hours in a fall or spring semester are eligible for the Chancellor’s List and Dean’s List. Recognition is based on the grade point average during that semester. The Chancellor’s List requires a GPA of 3.85…
Ozarks Tech is ushering in the new year with the launch of an updated and comprehensive Brand Guide. After months of preparation, the Ozarks Tech Brand Guide is now available as an internal and external resource for standards and usage on items such as college logos, fonts, colors and social media icons. In addition, the…
In support of its successful record of developing the health care workforce and the leading role it will continue to have, Ozarks Technical Community College was awarded a nearly $5.7 million Strengthening Community Colleges grant from the U.S. Department of Labor. Ozarks Tech is among only 18 institutions across the country to receive the funding…
Ozarks Tech hosted its annual Health Sciences Open House event on Dec. 6. More than 700 area high school juniors and seniors took advantage of this come-and-go event held in Lincoln Hall. Students learned about the multiple opportunities in health sciences and the 32 different pathways that Ozarks Tech offers in health care. During the…
