Students paint downtown sewer drain covers
Paintings promote water quality protection.
OTC named one of top 120 community colleges in the nation
The Ozarks Technical Community College system has been designated as one of the top 120 community colleges in the United States, representing the top 10% of the approximately 1,200 eligible institutions. The Aspen Institute, a Washington, D.C., based non-profit organization, presented the winners this week with the help of Education Secretary Arne Duncan and Dr.…
Married couple of 63 years to see ‘Our Town’ performance
Wife will see inside of theatrer for first time.
OTC Center for Workforce Development joins Missouri Solar Energy Industries Association
The Center for Workforce Development at Ozarks Technical Community College has joined the Missouri Solar Energy Industries Association (MOSEIA), a group that works to support the solar industry and sustainable energy in Missouri. Through membership in this organization, the Center for Workforce Development will have opportunities to communicate and work with trainers and vendors in…
Tax deadline a reminder to file FAFSA
Filing sooner always better in seeking financial aid.
OTC chapter of Phi Theta Kappa earns eight international awards
Representatives from Ozarks Technical Community College’s chapter of Phi Theta Kappa, the international honor society for two-year colleges, recently returned from the organization’s annual International Convention with eight awards in hand. Held in Seattle, Wash., this year’s convention drew more than 1,200 Phi Theta Kappa chapters from around the world. The honors received included the…
OTC receives $25,000 gift from Jim and Cathy Moore, fulfilling a $100,000 pledge
Jim Moore, managing partner of American Products, LLC, and his wife, Cathy, have presented a gift of $25,000 to the OTC Foundation, the fundraising arm of Ozarks Technical Community College. The gift, which was made to support the Middle College program, fulfills the Moores’ initial pledge of $100,000. Jim Moore is a member and former…
OTC Fine Arts Gallery to host area high school art competition
The OTC Fine Arts Gallery, located on the third floor of the historic Gillioz Theatre complex in downtown Springfield, will serve as host for the 2011 Central Ozarks Conference High School Juried Art Exhibition. The artwork will be on display from Friday, April 22, through Friday, April 29. A reception and awards ceremony will be…
OTC bringing ‘Our Town’ to Gillioz
American play is the most-performed in history.
OTC Turf and Landscape Management students earn awards and scholarships at national competition
Six students from Ozarks Technical Community College’s Turf and Landscape Management program have brought home several awards and a scholarship from their field’s national competition. The students competed against 59 other colleges and universities at the 35th annual Student Career Days, informally known as the “Landscaping Olympics,” an event sponsored by the Professional Landcare Network…
Community Day offers something for everyone
More groups participating in this year’s event.
Middle College opens to all area districts
Moores gift program $100,000 gift
OTC Fine Arts Gallery to hold opening reception during First Friday ArtWalk
The OTC Fine Arts Gallery, located on the third floor of the historic Gillioz Theatre complex in downtown Springfield, will hold an opening reception during the First Friday ArtWalk event on Friday, April 1, from 6 to 10 p.m. This month’s exhibition features artwork from printmaker Cynthia Moore, as well as a collective exhibition of…
OTC receives $25,000 grant from the William T. Kemper Foundation & Commerce Bancshares Foundation
The William T. Kemper Foundation & Commerce Bancshares Foundation have presented the OTC Foundation, the fundraising arm of Ozarks Technical Community College, with a joint grant totaling $25,000. The gift, which was made to support the college’s Major Gifts Capital Campaign, will be used toward furniture, fixtures and equipment for the expansion of the Information…
Dollars flow from OTC to community
Economic impact report show how OTC dollars impact region
Kids’ College offers a wide variety of offerings
Classes include video gaming, art and computers.
OTC chapter of Phi Theta Kappa receives more than a dozen honors at regional convention
Representatives from Ozarks Technical Community College’s chapter of Phi Theta Kappa, the international honor society for two-year colleges, recently returned from the organization’s annual Missouri Regional Convention with several awards in hand. The students and advisors of the college’s chapter were honored with 15 awards, one regional officer position, and one advisory council position during…
OTC heading up effort to help students, neighborhood
Students will help build house in north Springfield.
Rescheduled SkillsUSA contests set for Friday at OTC
OTC’s technical education students will be among many other participating in Friday’s rescheduled district SkillsUSA competition at the Springfield campus. The competition was rescheduled due to snow. Competitions will be held in Automotive Collision Repair, Advertising Design, Health Knowledge Bowl, Television Production, Video Product Development, Preschool Teaching Assistant, Welding and SkillsUSA technical written tests. Winners…
CWD offers online crisis management program
Six-course program set to start March 7
Governor Nixon to speak at Ozarks Technical Community College commencement ceremony
Missouri Governor Jay Nixon will present the commencement address at Ozarks Technical Community College’s annual ceremony, to be held at 6 p.m. on Thursday, May 19, at JQH Arena on the Missouri State University campus. In addition to all graduates and their families, the public is invited to attend the ceremony. “We are honored to…
Study shows OTC contributes more than $211 million annually to area economy
An independent study has been released detailing the economic and community impact of Ozarks Technical Community College. The study, presented to the Board of Trustees during their February meeting, shows that OTC contributes more than $211 million each year to its community through a combination of college operations, student spending, and productivity of graduates in…
Workforce center offering free OSHA training course
Training will be offered in confined-space inspections.
Savor chef has roots in Culinary Arts program
Chef got his cooking foundation at OTC program.
Official spring enrollment reaches more than 13,000 at Ozarks Technical Community College
The official federal census numbers are in for the spring 2011 semester, and the Ozarks Technical Community College system has grown once again. A total of 13,617 students enrolled this fall, up 9.9 percent from the spring of 2010. “Our student population continues to grow, which means that more citizens of southwest Missouri are getting…