Mother/daughter duo answer the call in the fire service industry
It’s no surprise that men dominate the fire service industry, with the National Fire Protection Association reporting more than 90 …
OTC dental hygiene student perseveres to earn degree
Audrey Sly was determined to become a dental hygienist, no matter the setbacks she faced. The young mother of two …
OTC Foundation extends fall scholarship application deadline
It’s been hard to plan for the fall semester, but we’re here with news to make it a little easier. …
OTC grad helps CoxHealth build open-ward hospital wing for coronavirus patients
Heroes of the COVID-19 outbreak are often portrayed wielding stethoscopes and personal protective equipment. But one OTC graduate fought the …
National mentoring organization moves headquarters to Springfield, OTC student leads local chapter
The Student African American Brotherhood (SAAB) – a national leader in helping Black and Latino young men navigate college – …
OTC offers nearly $2 million in financial aid incentives for fall 2020
Ozarks Technical Community College is offering two new financial aid options for students impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic this fall. …
OTC alumni open locally sourced market on Pickwick Street
OTC alumni Bryce Gott and Shawnee Bullette believe food should be simple, accessible and locally sourced. That’s why they opened …
Helpful hacks for the summer 2020 semester
The summer semester is officially underway, and we’ve compiled our favorite OTC hacks to make your life a little easier …
OTC international graduate earns full-tuition scholarship to Webster University
OTC graduate Igho Ekakitie is now one step closer to fulfilling his dream. The aspiring diplomat received a full-tuition scholarship …
Chancellor’s, Dean’s and Provost’s Lists: Spring 2020
Congratulations to our Spring 2020 Chancellor’s List, Provost’s List and Dean’s List recipients!
Students who complete 12 or more credit …
A statement from OTC Chancellor Hal Higdon
Dear students, faculty and staff:
I am writing to you today with sentiments that I know are widely shared among …
Ace the summer semester with these online learning tips
The summer semester begins next week, and the majority of courses will be delivered online. While this form of instruction …
Top 3 reasons to visit OTC Career Services before starting your job search
As Memorial Day kicks off the unofficial start of summer, thousands of college students and graduates are looking for work. …
OTC grad finds her calling as a respiratory therapist
Respiratory therapists like Emily Dye play a critical role in helping patients fight COVID-19. When the pandemic hit southwest Missouri, …
OTC grad serves double duty as firefighter and paramedic
The role of “first responder” has a double meaning for OTC student Kyle Heminger. The Forsyth native will soon graduate …
OTC grad leads respiratory therapists in the fight against COVID-19
Nurses and physicians figure prominently in coverage of the COVID-19 pandemic. But there’s another vital group of health care professionals …
OTC Chancellor: in-person classes to resume this fall
Dear students:
As we near the end of this semester, I would like to congratulate each and every one of …
Wellness tips from OTC Counseling Services
The COVID-19 pandemic has altered the lives of college students around the world. For most of us, the sudden withdrawal …
OTC grad keeps public informed during COVID-19 pandemic
OTC alumnus Sean Barnhill found his calling in a time of crisis. As the COVID-19 pandemic began its spread across …
OTC student documentary to be published in scholarly journal
Phi Theta Kappa, the international honor society for two-year colleges, recognized OTC’s Alpha Psi Tau Chapter at its first-ever virtual …
OTC nursing students join the fight against COVID-19
After pursuing their degrees in unconventional ways, Brent and Maddi Rainey are about to graduate in unconventional times. The couple, …
OTC grad champions environmentalism efforts
Anthony Sandoval has always been passionate about the environment – so much so, that he plans to make it his …
Message from the Provost
OTC Students, you are amazing.
Over the last few weeks, I have had a front-row seat to all the hard …
Registration tips from the OTC Advising Team
While the start of our summer and fall semesters might seem far away, registration is just around the corner beginning …
Free technology resources during the COVID-19 outbreak
In the wake of the Novel Coronavirus 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic, OTC is moving its courses online for the remainder of …