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- A Seemingly Impossible Path
Jessica Kinser came to the podium apprehensively during COTC’s Spring 2025 commencement. She had just been deemed the ideal representative of her graduating class, but it quickly became clear why her story stood out. She put it best: “Being a student at C ...
Post - 10/20/2025 - 10:26am
- An Innovative Idea
Bev Donaldson drove home from COTC with a dead cat in a plastic bag. She was a 17-year-old nursing student, and dissecting it as homework was her only chance at hands-on learning. Almost 50 years later, now the founder of The Inns concept and president of ...
Post - 10/20/2025 - 10:55am
- A Police Pipeline
COTC is a catalyst in this community — not only creating change, but continually creating solutions when change happens naturally. An innovative partnership between its Peace Officer Basic Training program and the Licking County Sheriff’s Office (LCSO) is ...
Post - 10/20/2025 - 12:38pm
- Honoring Mike's Memory
In the 10 years since tragedy triggered their initial gift, Brian and Janine Mortellaro have funded a COTC scholarship worth more than $115,000. It’s been a contribution not just toward students’ futures, but also the future of this community, and they’re ...
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- Awards and Recognition
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- Student Demographics
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Post - 10/21/2025 - 12:52pm
- Larisa Harper, PhD
harper.906@mail.cotc.edu 740-755-7160 Credentials PhD, Higher Education Administration, Ohio University MA, English, Northern Arizona University Graduate Certificate, Technical Writing, Northern Arizona University BA, English and Psychology, Ohio Universi ...
Profile - 09/10/2025 - 8:06am
- Marcie Moore, DM
moore.5604@mail.cotc.edu 740-755-7169 Credentials DM, Community College Policy and Administration, University of Maryland Global Campus MA, Adult Education, Muskingum University BS, Technical Studies, Franklin University AAB, Administrative Office Assista ...
Profile - 09/10/2025 - 8:07am
- Sarah Morrison, MEd
morrison.415@mail.cotc.edu 740-366-9209 Credentials MEd, Higher Education Administration, Ohio University BA, English, The Ohio State University ...
Profile - 10/20/2020 - 5:39pm
- Gregory Ferenchak, EdD, RT(R)(QM)
ferenchak.7@mail.cotc.edu 740-755-7827 Credentials EdD, Higher Education Administration, Florida International University MS, Adult Education, Old Dominion University BS, Biology, Greensboro College Certificate, Post-Graduate Studies in Radiologic Technol ...
Profile - 08/31/2023 - 1:59pm
- Karen Vargo, MA
740-755-7156 ...
Profile - 09/10/2025 - 8:06am
- Kendrah Cunningham, PhD, RN
cunningham.775@mail.cotc.edu 740-755-7269 Credentials PhD, Nursing Education, Liberty University MSN, Nursing Education, Mount Carmel College of Nursing BSN, Nursing, Mount Carmel College of Nursing ...
Profile - 11/05/2020 - 7:36pm
- Becca Saxton
Whether it was with her family to new homes, with fellow missionaries to an underserved country or with her COTC nursing cohort to different clinical sites, Becca Saxton has always been on the move. When it comes to her career, her first move was always c ...
Post - 10/31/2025 - 11:56am
- Officer Thomas W. Cottrell Jr. Award for Character and Dedication to Public Service
The Officer Thomas W. Cottrell Jr. Award for Character and Dedication to Public Service was established by his mother, Melissa Osborn, and is awarded to a graduate of each COTC Peace Officer Basic Training academy to assist with equipment purchases and ot ...
Post - 10/19/2023 - 6:09am
- Helping Veterans Build Their Next Chapter
Each Veterans Day, our nation pauses to honor the courage and sacrifice of those who have worn the uniform in defense of our freedoms. At COTC, that spirit of gratitude extends beyond a single day. Our institution’s year-round commitment to military and v ...
News - 11/07/2025 - 7:54am
- Watch Us Grow
Our donors have a tremendous impact on the quality of our programs, teaching and facilities. The campus has a history of community and alumni support, which has been a great factor in its growth and development. ...
Post - 08/21/2020 - 9:34pm
- Impact Report
The Impact Report is an annual publication that celebrates the transformative power of education in our college community. Through compelling stories of students, alumni, donors, faculty and staff, the report highlights programs and partnerships that shap ...
Post - 11/12/2025 - 7:26am
- Lacey McCombs
Upon returning to civilian life — at that point a trained combat lifesaver — McCombs chose to pursue a nursing career. She enrolled at COTC’s Coshocton campus because she “loved the idea of staying local. Plus, the classes were smaller and more personable ...
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- ACT® WorkKeys® Assessments
The ACT® WorkKeys® Assessment is designed to measure essential workplace skills. It is available at the Coshocton campus only to students and community members. ...
Post - 11/25/2025 - 11:22am
- Surgical Technology Degree Plan
Pre-Admission Course Requirements The Associate of Applied Science degree program in Surgical Technology is a selection-based program, meaning a student must APPLY to the program and then be SELECTED into the program before being able to meet graduati ...
Post - 08/31/2020 - 2:59pm
- Electrical Trades Technology Degree Plan- Electrical Trades Technology
Year 1 ETA-111 * Overview of Electrical Trades 2.5 ETA-112 * Electrical Trades I 5 Total 7.5 Year 2 ENGL-112 * Composition I 3 ETA-126 * Electrical Trades II 1 ETA-127 * Electrical Trades III 5 SOC-100 Introduction to Sociology 3 Total 12 Year 3 ...
Post - 09/02/2020 - 1:49pm
- Surgical Technology Degree Plan
Pre-Admission Course Requirements The Associate of Applied Science degree program in Surgical Technology is a selection-based program, meaning a student must APPLY to the program and t hen be SELECTED into the program before being able to meet graduation ...
Post - 09/04/2020 - 3:05pm
- Case Management for the Healthcare and Gerontology Professional Certificate
Case managers are key to promoting positive health choices and health outcomes for their patients. Case managers are employed in a variety of settings. They provide client services, including support for families, in a wide variety of fields including beh ...
Post - 09/06/2020 - 4:59pm
- Electrical Trades Technology Degree Plan- Electrical Trades Technology
Year 1 ETA-111 * Overview of Electrical Trades 2.5 ETA-112 * Electrical Trades I 5 Total 7.5 Year 2 ENGL-112 * Composition I 3 ETA-126 * Electrical Trades II 1 ETA-127 * Electrical Trades III 5 SOC-100 Introduction to Sociology 3 Total 12 Year 3 ...
Post - 09/08/2020 - 2:49pm
- Surgical Technology Degree Plan
Pre-Admission Course Requirements The Assocites of Applied Science degree program in Surgical Technology is a selection-based program, meaning a student must APPLY to the program and then be SELECTED into the program before being able to meet graduat ...
Post - 09/10/2020 - 12:56pm
- Advertising Degree Requirements
Autumn Semester DMD-100 * Fundamentals of Drawing 3 DMD-101 * Digital Software Fundamentals 1 DMD-103 Typography 1 DMD-120 * Web Design and Development I 3 ECON-105 * Principles of Microeconomics 3 ENGL-112 * Composition I 3 SPCH-100 Fundamen ...
Post - 09/13/2020 - 1:20pm
- Frequently Asked Questions
How quickly can I complete the basic healthcare skills program? At COTC students can quickly complete the basic healthcare skills program in just one semester. Can I take classes online or face-to-face? Students will be required to take the basic healthca ...
Post - 10/02/2020 - 10:20am
- Graduating Students
Academic Calendar The academic calendar is a useful resource for checking important dates at COTC (like when registration ends, the last date to drop a class, and when your Graduation Application is due). Graduation Application COTC students submit this f ...
Post - 10/26/2020 - 7:24am
- Frequently Asked Questions
What if I have an IEP or 504 Plan? High school students who have an IEP or 504 must self-identify to colleges. We highly recommend students on an IEP or 504 connect with our Director of Disability Services, Connie Zang. The IEP or 504 accommodations a stu ...
Post - 11/19/2020 - 11:23am
- Diagnostic Medical Sonography- Bachelor's Degree
Pre-Admission Course Requirements for DMSBS Program. The Bachelor of Applied Science in Diagnostic Medical Sonography program is a selection-based program, meaning a student must APPLY to the program and then be SELECTED into the program before being able ...
Post - 08/12/2021 - 12:04pm