COTC Seeking Nominations for 50 Notable Alumni
Honoring the college's 50th anniversary
For almost 50 years, Central Ohio Technical College (COTC) graduates have made significant contributions to their professions and communities.
One Book, One Community: Sundown Towns Virtual Book Discussion with the Author
Free books to first 100 Licking County residents to register
Members of the community are invited to participate in One Book, One Community, a free community book club hosted by The Ohio State University at Newark and Central Ohio Technical College (COTC) in partnership with the public library systems of Licking County.
Central Ohio Technical College Recognizes Autumn Semester 2020 graduates
Central Ohio Technical College (COTC) awarded 177 associate degrees and certificates to 165 graduates completing requirements in autumn semester 2020.
COTC Recognizes Three Alumni with College Awards
Central Ohio Technical College (COTC) presented three alumni awards in a virtual holiday reception on December 8. This year’s alumni award recipients have one thing in common: a knack for helping the next generation.
COTC Awards Shawn Dugan for Community Service
As a single father, Central Ohio Technical College (COTC) student Shawn Dugan leads by example – an example that has shown service to the community is both noticed and rewarded. Dugan, of Saint Louisville, is the recipient of the J. Gilbert Reese Next Generation Community Leadership Award and a $2,000 scholarship for spring semester 2021.
COTC Dean Receives National Leadership Award
Sandra Walker, EJD, MSN, RN, dean for technical studies at Central Ohio Technical College (COTC), was presented the 2020 Bobbie Anderson Leadership Award by the Foundation of the Organization for Associate Degree Nursing (OADN) in a virtual award ceremony on November 12.
New Diversity Scholarship Established at Central Ohio Technical College
Donations Matched Up To $25,000
Eleanor Jackson was an African American small business owner with a big heart who worked tirelessly to make many local families’ and community events memorable. She touched her clients’ hearts with her gregarious personality and filled their stomachs with delectable cuisine from her catering company. Now friends of Jackson wish to support the next generation of students of color to achieve meaningful careers in service with the Central Ohio Technical College (COTC) Diversity Scholarship.
COTC Nursing Instructor Receives National Educator Award
Percella Gualtieri, of Newark, began teaching in the nursing program at Central Ohio Technical College (COTC) in January, but already she’s receiving accolades from her peers nationwide. On November 12, the Foundation of the Organization for Associate Degree Nursing (OADN) bestowed the 2020 Elsevier Educator of the Year Award to Gualtieri in a virtual award ceremony.
New Emergency Fund Established for Veteran and Military Students at COTC and Ohio State Newark
On this Veterans Day, Central Ohio Technical College (COTC) and The Ohio State University at Newark announce a new fund to support veterans, active duty service members and reservists who encounter an unexpected financial hardship that threatens their academic progress. The co-located institutions are seeking the community’s help to grow the Veterans Emergency Fund and help military-affiliated students enrolled at both institutions overcome financial crises to successfully complete their degree.
A Career to Build
COTC radiologic science technology alumna Mara Weber made her own path.
Mara Weber began a traditional four-year degree at The Ohio State University at Newark but realized it wasn’t the right path for her. She wanted to get a degree quicker allowing her to get into the healthcare setting and begin making a difference. Being at Ohio State Newark, the co-located campus of Central Ohio Technical College (COTC), gave her an advantage.
Ohio State Newark/COTC Student Food Pantry Use Soars During Pandemic
Jamie White already knew that many college students struggle with not having enough food. White, who coordinates the Campus Corner: Student Food Pantry at The Ohio State University at Newark and Central Ohio Technical College (COTC), noted that a year ago 47% of campus students surveyed stated that at some point in the semester the food they bought just didn’t last and that they didn’t have money to buy more.
COTC Awarded $99,000 from Facebook to Enhance Remote Learning
Central Ohio Technical College (COTC), a leader in career-based technical education and transfer degrees, is once again expanding critically needed access to higher education for central Ohioans. The two-year college has been awarded $99,000 from Facebook to create a one-button digital studio and smart classroom at its Newark campus and complementary smart classrooms at its three extended campus locations in Coshocton, Mount Vernon and Pataskala.
COTC Announces Remote, Hybrid and Online Options for Spring Semester
Registration Open Now
Central Ohio Technical College (COTC) will continue offering most classes remotely during its spring semester due to the ongoing coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. To support student success, the two-year college will offer more flexibility for students to choose which type of remote class best suits their learning style and life situation.
Academy is First in Nation to Immerse Mid-Level Leaders in Success Models
Participants Include Two from Central Ohio Technical College
Two leaders from Central Ohio Technical College (COTC) have graduated as fellows of the first Ohio Leadership Academy for Student Success.
A Dream in the Night
Just a few years ago, information technology (IT) student Kennard Haynie Jr., known as KJ, would lay his head down at night in his Baltimore, Maryland, home thinking that higher education would always be just a dream for him.
COTC Recognizes Faculty Anniversaries
Two Central Ohio Technical College (COTC) faculty members have achieved extraordinary milestones this year: Professor Scott Wilson has been teaching at COTC for 40 years, and Associate Professor Kenneth Ollish has served 35 years on COTC’s faculty.
Licking County Library to Begin Offering Lifelong Learning Classes for Area Seniors
Seniors in Licking County will soon benefit from free expanded lifelong learning opportunities. Thanks to a generous patron gift, the Licking County Library (LCL) will begin offering its new Empowered Minds program in March 2021 to provide area seniors with convenient access to continuing education classes.
COTC Accepting Nominations for Alumni Awards
Central Ohio Technical College (COTC) is accepting nominations for three alumni awards: the Outstanding Alumni Award, the Transitions Alumni Award and the John C. “Jay” Barker Community Service Alumni Award. The award recipients will be announced at the virtual COTC Alumni Holiday Reception in December. The deadline for nominations is October 30.
Thomas J. Evans Foundation Helps Central Ohio Technical College Secure New Building
Future Home of Institute for Public Safety
Central Ohio Technical College (COTC) has found a much-needed future home for its Institute for Public Safety. The Thomas J. Evans Foundation recently purchased the former JBA building at 1000 Sharon Valley Road, Newark, and arranged a charitable lease with the college.
COTC Offers Accelerated 8-Week Courses Beginning October 19
Associate Degree or Transfer Friendly
Central Ohio Technical College (COTC) is adapting to meet the current needs of students by offering a selection of accelerated-format (eight weeks versus 15 weeks) general education courses during the second term of autumn semester.