News Articles

March 2010

Yoga classes help PTA students learn wellness Classes held in FEMA storm shelter at Richwood Valley.
OTC’s new literary magazine to feature students, staff Magazine will give creative outlet to students, staff

February 2010

‘Paying for College’ information series starting at OTC Meetings part of 'Paying for College' series
Off-campus study site attracts more students Students, faculty meeting at Borders bookstore.
OTC students, staff contribute to Haiti effort Staff, students helping those in need after earthquake.

January 2010

Students flock to OTC’s weekend engine class Flexible scheduling appeals to students.
Hundreds of OTC students in teacher education program This semester, there are 800 students enrolled in the program.
OTC to present ‘Arthur’s Stone, Merlin’s Fire’ Play is about young King Arthur. Friday, January 15, 2010
New program trains electric line worker candidates Program helps pre-screen potential candidates.
Short-term training offers job opportunities Short-term classes offer certificates

December 2009

Reggie Hoskins joins workforce development staff Will work as business manager-workforce specialist.
Waynesville Center to offer workforce programs Courses will be held at the Waynesville Career Center.
Graphic Design a Top 10 program Program attracts students who love computers, art and design.
OTC SPOTLIGHT: Anita Kelleybrew Kelleybrew changing careers after layoff.
OTC offering classes for night owls Classes offered to give students extra choice.
Choir, ensemble to perform Dec. 10 First concert for OTC ensemble
Regional IT consortium being organized Group would help build job pool.

November 2009

Registration for spring classes begins Be prepared when signing up.
Fallen Soldier scholarship begun Fund would help loved ones of fallen soliders.
Therapy programs garnering honors Physical, respiratory, occupational therapies win.
Center to offer workforce skills training Program developed after talks with business leaders.
OTC students sending holiday boxes to soldiers Boxes going to Missouri soldiers in Afghanistan

October 2009

Shanghai educators visit OTC Group on fact-finding mission in U.S.
Culinary Arts grad makes it big in Big Apple Ric Ramos now working for Iron Chef.
Govenor opens listening tour at OTC Nixon hopes to form strategy for higher education.
Continuing Ed offers community programs Variety of programs include motorcycle training, bike safety.
First Academic Integrity Week scheduled Discussions on cheating, plagarism to be discussed.
Higdon appears on New York NPR program President discussed job training issues
OTC bringing Thai dancers to Gillioz Theater Troupe to perform to native music.

September 2009

OTC, SRC combine to offer education program Program help manufactuer's employees earn degree.
Scallions offers public a taste culinary students’ work Student-operated restaurant offers dishes from across country.
OTC prepares to combat H1N1 flu Vaccinations, preventative measures to be used in fight against flu.
OTC offers new Late Start Courses beginning Sept. 18 Classes will meet on Fridays and Saturdays to suit students' needs.
Pitt, OTC partner in ‘Care to Learn’ program Program to help students in health, hunger or hygiene emergencies.
OTC, Drury sign A+ program agreement OTC's A+ students will be able to transition to Drury.
Night classes, online offerings meet OTC student needs Online courses also offered to help students with scheduling conflicts.
Middle College begins second year with new pathway One-of-a-kind program helping curb dropout rate.
First-generation group reaches out to OTC students Program helps students who are first in family to attend college.
New students, new spaces at OTC this fall New addition to Norman K. Myers Center finished.
Lebanon Education Center grows despite tough times Value brings students to the Nelson Education Center.
Branson center's enrollment up nearly 14 percent Center makes it eight straight semesters of increasing enrollment.
Waynesville center's enrollment through the roof Enrollment up 81 percent with more than 200 attending classes.
Richwood Valley enrollment growth continues Christian County campus home to 1,100 students, Allied Health programs
OTC trains City of Ozark workers in computer skills Customized course helps workers save city money.

August 2009

OTC SPOTLIGHT: Ryan Nicholls Greene County’s director of emergency management used GED program to his success.
OTC SPOTLIGHT: Bernadette Losh Director of clinics for Ozarks Community Hospital remembers teachers, training at OTC.
OTC SPOTLIGHT: Nicholas Ibarra Springfield councilman is big believer in community college opportunities.
OTC SPOTLIGHT: Paul Sundy Owner/operator of top Springfield top restaurants/lounges has OTC connection.
Additional courses in Lebanon aimed at workforce Courses added at urging of Missouri Career Center.
Waynesville offers more workshops, certifcate courses Need for quick courses brings more programs to center.
Military students have choice between G.I. bills Decision students make cannot be changed.
OTC contributes to 'Extreme Makeover' project Faculty, former students help build house for family.
Students should use caution with social media Avoid 'digital dirt' on personal pages if you're job hunting.
OTC works to fill need for literacy tutors Tutors needed for adult education, literacy programs.

July 2009

TOP 10 PROGRAM: Early Childhood Development Early Childhood Development draws students who love kids.
Service Academy, OTC teaching customer service Classes directed at Branson area's workers.
Richwood Valley tornado shelter nears completion Shelter being built in Christian County with FEMA grant.
OTC landscape expert offers tips during heatwave Proper mowing and watering are key to vegetation surviving.
Student satisfaction survey gives OTC high marks Students give the quality of instruction high marks
Truck driving program driving students to careers Program has graduated 130 in two years.
Fall registration in full swing Be sure to bring proper papers to campus.

June 2009

OTC to host annual tobacco-free workshop The College founded the Center of Excellence for Tobacco-Free Campus Policy in 2004.
TOP 10 PROGRAM: Culinary students fill positions Culinary program one of the most popular at OTC.
Alternative energy class sparks green interest Course looks at green practices in home.
First nurses' ceremony pinning held at Reeds Spring Graduating class is first since OTC took over program.

May 2009

First Transfer Fair draws interested students The fair was sponsored by the Enrollment Management office.
Graduation is a time of celebration Thousands to gather at JQH Arena to mark the achievements.
Middle College making students, families smile Students, families happy with results of Middle College program.
One of OTC's first teachers ends career Locke taught at Springfield schools, Graff Vo-Tech and OTC.
Half-century of nursing continues with RN graduate Graduate represents third generation of nurses.
Phillipsburg resident among first to receive RN pin OTC program was more affordable and blended better with her schedule.
OTC graduates ready for next step in life Graduates cheered for their accomplishments.
OTC offers short-term technical training programs Courses designed for those people looking for entry-level employment.
Computer programs offered at Waynesville Center Classes will help residents learn new skills.
Couple earns GEDs, prepares for educational future Couple rebuilding lives thanks to GED.
OTC’s Kids College offers variety of fun Program offers kids variety of classes to take.
GED recipients proud of their accomplishments More than 3,00 participate in the GED program around the Ozarks.

April 2009

CWD, Continuing Education give options in education A potent one-two punch with myriad offerings.
OTC grad now works for Kenny Chesney Sound man returned to OTC to pick up diploma.
Financial aid, scholarships are available Funding available from a variety of sources.
OTC offers opportunity in tough times OTC seen as place to go to advance education.
First Honors Program established at OTC Program provides exceptional students a chance to develop potential.
OTC offers welding repairs to community Community Welding Day chance for OTC to give back.
Auto and motorcycle show set for OTC Classic cars on display on OTC campus

March 2009

Allied Health programs producing top graduates Dental hygienists, physical therapy assistants get top pay.
Top programs at OTC reflect student interest Top programs include business, early childhood, culinary arts.
Production of 'Tartuffe' play presents challenges Presenting English adaptation of French play is daunting.
Cutting-edge software brought to OTC classroom Classes are concern new facial recognition software.
OTC opens office at Missouri Career Center Staff offers unemployed training and education options.
OTC sees growth explosion in GED program Many using the free GED program at OTC to earn their high-school credential.

February 2009

OTC spring enrollment up more than 7 percent Four-week numbers show more than 10,000 enrolled.
Richwood Valley enrollment up 20 percent in spring This spring, there are 807 students enrolled.
Waynesville sees increase in spring enrollment Enrollment up over that in the fall semester.
"Tartuffe' translator to perform at Gillioz Performer will also conduct workshops for theater students
Spring enrollment up despite economy Enrollment grows by 6.9 percent over last year.
Online enrollment continues to climb More than 1,100 taking online courses.

January 2009

June 2008

OTC home to Middle College program OTC, Springfield R-12 offer help to under-achieving students
OTC's Lebanon Education Center thriving Nelson Education Center home to OTC programs
OTC opens Waynesville Education Center Pulaski County residents now have local connection to OTC

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