Ozarks Technical Community College announced Sgt. Anthony Risvold as this year’s recipient of the Outstanding Student Veteran Award during the college’s annual Veterans Day ceremony, held Thursday, Nov. 11. OTC’s Outstanding Student Veteran Award is presented annually to a student in good academic standing with an honorable service record. The student’s personal conduct, contributions, and…
It’s hard to categorize the movie “Voices from Vietnam.” Yes, it’s a film, but what type? Documentary? Short feature film? A recording of poetry read over music? “You’ve never seen a film like this,” said Larry Rottmann, the film’s narrator and a former OTC English instructor. “We’ve created a new genre.” Despite the challenge of…
Too many people experience harm at the hands of an intimate partner, but we can all take steps to make our campus and community safer. See the resources and information below to learn how you can be part of the solution. Learn More About Domestic Violence Dating or domestic violence is when one partner…
The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) for the 2022-23 school year opens on Friday, Oct. 1, 2021. Here are six reasons to fill out the form ASAP. Some aid is limited and awarded on a first-come, first-served basis. Eligible students who apply for the Access Missouri Grant program between Feb. 1 and Apr.…
Giovanni Sanchez has overcome more challenges than most 20-year-olds. Now, a semester away from an associate degree in computer science, Giovanni is the first OTC student ever to earn the Purdy Emerging Leaders Scholarship. Born in California to Mexican parents, Giovanni, like his three siblings, is a United States citizen, but his parents are not.…
Heads up, Eagles. Now’s the time to apply for scholarships for the spring semester. The spring 2022 scholarship applications are open from now through Nov. 1 for all OTC students. But, before you get started, we have some need-to-know information and tips to help your application stand out from the rest. Choose a scholarship There…
The fall semester begins and we’ve compiled our favorite OTC hacks to make your life a little easier in the coming weeks. Keep reading to learn how you can sign up for emergency text alerts, connect with student support services and more. Sync your OTC email to your phone. It’s the easiest way for you…
The fall 2021 semester is finally here, and we’re kicking things off with our annual Eagle Days events! Between the free food, giveaways and special appearances by Ozzy the Eagle, we can’t think of a better way to start the school year. Check out the events happening at the Springfield campus, and make plans to…
For a young person who spent their entire life in the Ozarks, the chance to leave home for college is enticing; but for many students, leaving their hometown isn’t as satisfying as they’d hoped. When she graduated from Parkview in 2015, Megan Dean followed the siren song of bright lights and the big city to…
Dear New OTC Student: Welcome to Ozarks Technical Community College! College is such an exciting new adventure that you are starting. Our motto here at OTC is “You have a dream. We have a plan.” So, whatever your dreams are coming into college, just know that we have a plan and the support systems to…
OTC is delighted to share this message from Student Ambassador Marin Nielsen to our incoming students. I’m Marin Nielsen and I graduated from Rolla High School in 2020, right in the middle of the pandemic. I began my education here at OTC last fall and have fallen in love with this school. I want…
OTC is delighted to feature this letter from Student Ambassador David Cox to incoming students. Dear New OTC Student: I want to welcome you to Ozarks Technical Community College! You are about to embark on one of the most exciting times in your life, and everyone here is excited to see all the amazing…
Breakfast may be the most important meal of the day, but for many Ozarks Technical Community College students, breakfast is a luxury they can’t afford. In January of 2021, the college debuted a free breakfast program. Eagle Breakfast was a no-cost meal at Café 101 for any OTC student on the Springfield campus. Based on…
UPDATE: The McKinsey family has postponed this event due to the current circumstances surrounding the COVID risk in Southwest Missouri, and extends apologies to those who made arrangements to attend. A rescheduled date will be announced soon. Ozarks Technical Community College has a history of attracting those leaders who go above and beyond, eagerly step…
Congratulations to our Spring 2021 Chancellor’s List, Provost’s List, and Dean’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 Dean’s List requires a GPA of 3.5…
Anyone who has watched a show like “The Great British Bake Off” or “Cake Boss” has probably thought to themselves, “Those cakes (or cookies or pastries) are works of art. They look too good to eat.” A baker who hopes to make creations worthy of a fancy bakery or pastry shop must have some artistic…
OTC student Anita Golovin remembers the moment she decided to become a pilot. She was 5 years old, boarding a flight from the U.S. to Russia, when a female pilot greeted passengers over the intercom. Anita turned to her parents in disbelief – she didn’t realize women could become pilots too. Years later, Anita is…
The summer semester is underway, and we’ve compiled our favorite OTC hacks to make your life a little easier in the coming weeks. Keep reading to learn how you can sign up for emergency text alerts, connect with student support services and learn the answer to the question, “To mask or not to mask?” Sync…
The School of the Art Institute of Chicago (SAIC) counts among its alumni the famous painter Grant Wood (American Gothic), the American fashion designer Halston and even the iconic Missouri painter Thomas Hart Benton. Soon, OTC alumnus Arianne Garner will join their ranks as a student at the renowned art school. Garner earned a yearly,…
When Brady Peterson earns his bachelor’s degree, he still won’t be old enough to have a glass of champagne to celebrate. The 18-year-old graduates from Hollister High School on Sunday, May 23, but a few days earlier, he’ll earn his Associate of Arts from Ozarks Technical Community College. When he starts taking classes at Lindenwood…
With only one week left of classes this semester, final exams are looming closer than ever. Make sure you’re prepared with the following study tips from OTC Tutoring. And, if you need a last-minute tutoring session, you can book that at this link. OTC Tutoring Tips 10. Start early – Cramming is counter-productive. Give your…
For OTC’s James Cardelli, persistence is about to pay off in a big way. The second-year culinary student will complete a stagiaire internship at a renowned Chicago restaurant this week. Newly opened in 2020, the restaurant – Ever – is the creation of Michelin-starred chef Curtis Duffy and his business partner Michael Muser. James says…
At just 18 years old, Riley Braker will attend Missouri State University this fall – not as a freshman but as a junior in college. The Ozark, Missouri native enrolled in one of Ozarks Technical Community College’s dual credit programs while still in high school. Next month, Riley will graduate with her high school diploma…
A new sign announcing Ozark Technical Community College’s sponsorship of the eagle exhibit at Dickerson Park Zoo was revealed at a rainy news conference today, April 28. “We are thrilled OTC is partnering with the Friends of the Zoo education department to help share the message of eagle conservation, and we are excited to share…
OTC’s Career Services will host an outdoor job fair on Wednesday, May 5, from 10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. on the Student Plaza at the OTC Springfield Campus. Masks will be required — get all the details here. As a job-seeker, you’ll want to make an all-out effort to meet with every employer who has…