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Louella Hodges Reese Hall Inauguration
The back of Hodges Hall as seen from the middle of campus.

The Ohio State University at Newark and Central Ohio Technical College (COTC) invite the public to join us at a public ribbon-cutting ceremony and the official opening of the newly renovated Louella Hodges Reese Hall on Wednesday, July 31, at 1:15 p.m. ...

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COTC & C-TEC strengthen workforce development in Licking County

Central Ohio Technical College (COTC) and the Career and Technology Education Centers of Licking County (C-TEC) offer a certificate program in fire safety and EMT that is federal grant-eligible, to help those in need pay for tuition and other costs. ...

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Hsun-Yu (Sharon) Chuang, PhD

Assistant Professor, English and Communications No ...

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Benjamin Hampshire, PhD

Assistant Professor, Social & Behavioral Sciences No ...

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Jacqueline H. Parrill, EdD

740.366.9407  parrill.9@osu.edu ...

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Lauren Mack, BS

Instructor, Radiologic Science Technology No ...

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Ronald Pristera, MPA

Assistant Professor, Fire Science Technology No ...

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Andravas U. De Vas Goonewardene, MS

Credentials MS, Physics, William & Mary, 1996 MS, Physics, Creighton University, 1994 ...

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Kaylee Dinneen, MSN, RN

Credentials MSN, Chamberlain University, 2021 BSN, Chamberlain University, 2018 AAS, Nursing Technology, Central Ohio Technical College, 2015 ...

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Patricia Duty, MA

Credentials MA, Mathematics Education, University South Florida, 1993 BS, Industrial Engineering, University South Florida, 1989 ...

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Clarissa Ann Howard estate donation supports nursing program
Portrait of Clarissa Ann Howard outside her home in 2020.

Howard, a lifetime Newark resident, passed early this year at the age of 94. She had a long-standing legacy with COTC. When COTC was chartered in 1971, she played a key role in the development of COTC’s nursing program. ...

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Alumni Awards Call for Nominations

Central Ohio Technical College (COTC) is accepting calls for nominations for three alumni awards: the Outstanding Alumni Award, the John C. “Jay” Barker Community Service Alumni Award and the Transitions Alumni Award. ...

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Amy White Named 2024 Greenstein Award Recipient
Greenstein Award recipient Amy White stands between Ohio State Newark Dean and Director Matthew Smith and COTC President John Berry holding her award plaque.

The Ohio State University at Newark Dean and Director Matt Smith, PhD, and Central Ohio Technical College (COTC) President John M. Berry, PhD, presented the prestigious Julius S. and Joette Greenstein Award to Amy White on Sept. 5. ...

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Dorian Harrison Named Diversity Award Recipient
Diversity Award recipient Dorian Harrison with her award plaque stands between Ohio State Newark Dean and Director Matthew Smith and COTC President John Berry.

Central Ohio Technical College (COTC) President John M. Berry, PhD,  and The Ohio State University at Newark Dean and Director Matthew Smith, PhD, presented the prestigious President’s and Dean/Director’s Diversity Award to Dorian Harrison, PhD, on Sept. ...

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Employees Recognized for Length of Service

Faculty and staff of The Ohio State University at Newark and Central Ohio Technical College (COTC) were recently recognized for service milestones. ...

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Summer Semester 2024 President’s and Dean’s Honors Lists

Central Ohio Technical College (COTC) has released the President’s Honors List and the Dean’s Honors List for summer semester 2024 to recognize students who demonstrate outstanding academic achievement. ...

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Legends of Loyalty Award Recipients Recognized
Carrie Lonzo, Atrina Good and Jennifer McDonald of the Licking County Chamber of Commerce; Brian Boehmer; Jan Tomlinson; and William L. MacDonald, PhD, at the Legacy and Leadership Dinner.

This year’s honorees are Brian Boehmer, Tom Comisford, the Licking County Chamber of Commerce, William L. MacDonald and Jan Tomlinson. ...

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Central Ohio Technical College
Central Ohio Technical College

Consider us your close-to-home gateway to a world of potential. No matter your dreams — advancing in your career, exploring new opportunities, or pursuing your passion — we’re here to help. We award certificates, associate degrees and a bachelor's de ...

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Jennifer Arny, MSW

Credentials MS, Social Work, Washington University, 1999 BA, Social Work, Miami University, 1997 ...

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Sheryl Hayes, MSN, RN

MSN, Indiana Wesleyan University, 2018 BSN, Indiana Wesleyan University, 2015 AAS, Nursing, Columbus State Community College, 1987 ...

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Nathalie Benitez-Boyce

benitez-boyce.1@mail.cotc.edu 740.755.7795 740.366.9285 ...

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Michele Hindel, AAB, CPS

hindel.10@mail.cotc.edu 740.366.9357 ...

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Priscilla Horning

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Licking County Photo Contest Award Winners
The Licking County Courthouse and a fountain list up at night.

The Ohio State University at Newark and Central Ohio Technical College (COTC) hosted a public art photography contest that ran from May through July. Community members were encouraged to submit photos of public art in six categories, including sculpture, ...

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Speaker proposal submissions now open for Intercultural Relations Conference

The Community Intercultural Relations Conference (CIRC) committee is now accepting proposals for the 16th annual conference on Friday, April 11, 2025. CIRC is introducing concurrent breakout sessions at the conference and inviting proposals for breakout s ...

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Peace Officer Graduates Sworn In
COTC cadets stand in a line between the Licking County Sheriff's and COTC's police academy  vehicles in front of the John Gilbert Reese Center on the day of their graduation.

Central Ohio Technical College (COTC) saw 15 cadets graduate from the Peace Officer Basic Training (POBT) program on Friday, Sept. 26. Each cadet successfully passed the state certification exam on their first attempt and were all sworn in as sheriff depu ...

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Faculty Present at Ohio Communication Association Conference
James Jarc and Sharon Chuang stand in a conference room at the Ohio Communication Association annual conference.

The Ohio Communication Association (OCA) welcomed educators and scholars from across the state, including Central Ohio Technical College’s (COTC) Assistant Professor Hsun-Yu (Sharon) Chuang, PhD, and Dean of Arts and Sciences James Jarc, EdD. As part of t ...

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COTC Hosts Continuing Sonography Education Conference

Central Ohio Technical College (COTC) hosted the Continuing Sonography Education Conference on Oct. 12, 2024. Led by the diagnostic medical sonography technology (DMS) program, this event brought together sonographers, alumni, radiology managers, students ...

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COTC President Receives Ohio State Career Achievement Award
COTC President Receives Ohio State Career Achievement Award

Central Ohio Technical College (COTC) President John M. Berry, PhD, was one of two recipients of The Ohio State University’s Career Achievement Award, which honors alumni who have made outstanding contributions to their professions and a difference in the ...

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Phi Theta Kappa Chapter Welcomes New Inductees
PTK inductees, COTC staff and TC the cat mascot attend an induction ceremony for new members.

PTK recognizes and encourages scholarship among two-year college students. PTK provides opportunities for the development of leadership and service, an intellectual climate and exchange of ideas, lively fellowship for scholars, and stimulation of interest ...

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