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History of the College

Central Ohio Technical College opened in 1971. The college offered six associate degrees in one building. Today, COTC helps thousands of students every year in more than 50 programs achieve their full potential at four campus locations and online. ...

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A History of Giving​

$1 million and making it the most successful fundraising effort in the history of the Newark campus. ...

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History of the Partnership
Aerial view of the Newark campus in 1971 showing the lone Founders Hall building and one parking lot.

Central Ohio Technical College (COTC) and The Ohio State University at Newark, which began operations in 1957, have shared a unique and enduring partnership since 1971, when COTC gained its charter. ...

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Our Story

After conducting a thorough study of the needs of the district, the Board of Trustees submitted the Official Plan for the creation of the Central Ohio Technical Institute on January 26, 1971, and received its charter from the Ohio Board of Regents on Febr ...

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COTC Timeline

​​​1957 Autumn- The Ohio State University Newark established, classes were held at the old Newark High School on West Main Street 1966 October 27- Founders Hall groundbreaking ceremony 1968 October- Founders Hall opens 1971 February 19- OBR charters Centr ...

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COTC Legends of Loyalty
2019 Legends of Loyalty

accomplished author, Woolard was an integral part of the team that recently wrote the COTC history book ... Legends of Loyalty Nomination Form: trust and respect from colleagues � Actions that have impacted the history of the college ...

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Legends of Loyalty

Nomination Form Nomination Form ... Nomination Form: trust and respect from colleagues � Actions that have impacted the history of the college ...

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Advancement Office

a history of community and alumni support, which has been a great factor in its growth and development. Our ...

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Robert A. Montagnese
Robert Montagnese headshot.

of The Works: Ohio Center for History, Art & Technology Board, and a Board Member for First ...

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Adiza Okine
Adiza Okine in the classroom at COTC.

a recipient of the John and Mary Alford Scholarship that is awarded to students who have a history of good ...

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Performance Management

Policy & Purpose To create a high-performance culture, COTC will ensure that each member of our community is offered: Clear performance objectives Ongoing coaching and feedback Professional development Recognition for outstanding work that contributes ... Policy 2.7.20 Performance Management: 740-366-9367 https://go.cotc.edu/hr History (required) Issued: 03/01/2005 Edited: 10/09/2013 Reviewed: ...

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Accounting Department

The accounting department is responsible for managing the general ledger of Central Ohio Technical College and The Ohio State University at Newark, as well as adhering to financial policies and procedures. The department performs the functions of general ... Application for Leave - Instructions: Forms. Once inside Dynamic Forms you can choose from Pending forms (not yet approved) or Forms History ...

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Zenna Stirling
Portrait of Zenna Stirling outside LeFevre Hall.

women.” She has a history of being their cheerleader. Growing up, her passion was sideline cheerleading. ...

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Campus Committees and Guidelines

Jane Camlin-Tammen Family Reserve Policies and Procedures Campus Council Equipment and Furniture Guidance for Remote Work Faculty Office Assignment Policy Space Standards ... Newark Campus Public Art Master Plan: resonates with our values, history, and aspirations. COTC and Ohio State Newark are commited to developing ...

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Equal Employment for Individuals with Disabilities

It is the policy of COTC that discrimination against qualified individuals with disabilities is prohibited. Pursuant to the ADA Amendments Act of 2008 (ADAAA), Titles I and II of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990 and Section 504 of the Reh ... Equal Employment for Individuals with Disabilities Policy: http://go.cotc.edu/hr History Issued: 12/01/2004 Revised: 04/21/2010 Edited: 04/18/2014 Edited: 01/05/2015 Reviewed: ...

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Professional Development

LinkedIn Learning Available for free through a partnership with The Ohio State University, LinkedIn Learning is an industry leader in online training, with a digital library of more than 18,000 courses covering a wide range of technical, business, softwar ... Dependent Fee Remission Policy: Services Hopewell 135 740-366-9492 https://go.cotc.edu/student- financial-services History Issued: ...

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Awards and Recognition
Jennifer Roberts; Jacqueline Parrill, EdD; Sandra Walker EJD;  and Andrea Tozzi stand in a line holding their Legends of Loyalty award trophies in the lobby of the Reese Center.

history of the college and have gone above and beyond their required duties and proven unselfish ...

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Standard Operating Procedure for Faculty Office Assignments

outside of the provisions of this policy. History Issued: Unknown Revised: 10/31/2023 (Approved by Drs. ...

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COTC is Tobacco-Free

As a part of our commitment to the health and well-being of faculty, staff, students and visitors, all COTC campuses are 100% tobacco-free. Tobacco-Free Policy ... 2.5.20 Tobacco-Free: https://go.cotc.edu/osl History Issued: 04/01/2005 Revised: 01/01/2007 Reviewed: 03/01/2009 Revised: 08/01/2013 —renamed ...

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Policy Resources

Central Ohio Technical College approves, issues and maintains all college-wide policies using a consistent process and format. A college-wide process provides continuity, ease of access and understanding, and transparent guidance to the college community. ... 1.1.10 College Policy Process: contacts, and history. Interim college policy Provisional policy that is approved in six-month increments ...

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Space Standards

The institutions’ buildings, grounds, facilities, and other property are dedicated to the fulfillment of their educational missions. The institutions allow designated outdoor and indoor spaces to be reserved for events consistent with the institutions’ ed ... Alcohol and Other Drugs policy: https://www.cotc.edu/public-safety History Updated: 01/06/2021 Alcohol and Other Drugs, 1.1.25 College Policy Applies to: Faculty, ...

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Open Enrollment

About During Open Enrollment, eligible faculty and staff have the opportunity to review, renew and make changes to select benefit plans. You may: Enroll, cancel or make changes to Health Plan benefit elections (medical, dental, vision) Add or drop depende ... The Standard Voluntary Group Term Life Insurance Enrollment Form: any unlawful purpose. This information includes any records or knowledge about medical history ...

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Board Rules

In accordance with Ohio Administrative Code 3357.09, the Central Ohio Technical College Board of Trustees of a technical college district has prescribed the following rules for the effective operation of the college. These rules of the Ohio Revised Code 1 ... Standard Operating Procedures for Development & Review of College Board Rules: the President, at horning.70@mail.cotc.edu. History Issued: 02/27 /201 9 08/20/2019 Approved by Board ...

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Resources for Hiring Managers

Hiring Guide PeopleAdmin User’s Guide Hiring manager resources ... Hiring Guide for Supervisors and Search Committee Members: checks will include: • Criminal conviction history (county, state, national, federal levels), • ...

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Institutional Planning Resources

... Goal Status Report - December 2025: The Library is preparing a curated display highlighting the history and impact of the partnership. ...

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