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The 1971 Legacy Society Members
Legacy Society Founding Members

Anonymous (3) Robert A. Barnes, PhD, and Betty A. Barnes Kevin L. Carver Clarissa Ann Howard Douglas B. Marston Jane C.* and William T. McConnell Magdaline Rieser* Barry M. Riley Robert* and Joan* Robinson Nina Roslovic Cheryl L. and Charles D. Snyder Rob ...

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Membership Benefits and Instructions

The 1971 Legacy Society Membership Benefits  Invitation to an annual VIP recognition event hosted by the COTC president  Special 1971 Legacy Society gift  Recognition in COTC’s annual Impact Report  Recognition on COTC’s 1971 Legacy Society webpage  ...

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The John Gilbert Reese Center
Photo of the John Gilbert Reese Center

Offering unparalleled, customized service in concert with state-of-the art technology, the beautifully designed John Gilbert Reese Center is the ideal site for you next event. ...

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Adena Recreation Center Alumni Membership
Workout machines at the Adena Recreation Center

Working out at the Adena Recreation Center can help improve your health and keep you motivated! In addition to helping you to burn fat and calories, cardiovascular exercise also helps to strengthen your heart and prevent against risky medical conditions. ...

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Independence Day Concert and Fireworks
Fireworks explode over the campus while onlookers watch from the campus lawn.

In collaboration with our generous community sponsors, the Gilbert Reese Family Foundation, Central Ohio Technical College and The Ohio State University at Newark warmly welcome you to the Independence Day Concert and Fireworks held annually on July 3. Th ...

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Tina Gibson
Portrait of Tina Gibson in a nurse's cap and cape holding a porcelain lamp.

Like many Central Ohio Technical College (COTC) students, Tina Gibson came back to the classroom as an adult learner, hoping to switch to a more rewarding and fulfilling career. In 2019, Gibson graduated from COTC with an associate degree in nursing (ADN) ...

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Toby Starr
Toby Starr

As Ohio public affairs manager for Intel Corporation, 2016 COTC graduate Toby Starr has a front-row seat to the exciting changes that are taking place as Licking County settles into its place at the center of the Silicon Heartland. Building on the skills ...

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Elizabeth Barnhart Award for Nursing Excellence
Elizabeth Barnhart headshot.

The Elizabeth Barnhart Award for Nursing Excellence was established by her family to honor the memory of COTC nursing student Elizabeth Barnhart’s commitment to the nursing profession and to offer support to graduates of COTC’s nursing technology program ...

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Radiologic Science Technology Alumni and Friends Scholarship
A professor helps assists a student in obtaining an x-ray while classmates stand by watching.

Established by longtime professor Ken Ollish, the Radiologic Science Technology Alumni and Friends Scholarship will be awarded to at least one second-year radiologic science technology student with demonstrated financial need. Give now ...

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Timothy Young
Sonja Darsee and Timothy Young stand in front of the Licking Knox Goodwill building.

Young graduated in 1990. A few years later, one of his former professors asked him to sit on the board for the nascent Licking/Knox Goodwill Industries. He sat on the board from 1995 to 2008 and is now the company’s president and CEO, a position he accept ...

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Thomas J. Evans Hall Renovation Project
Students in cadet uniforms stand in a circle talking to each other.

The Thomas J. Evans Hall Renovation Project will create a new home for COTC’s police academy and law enforcement technology program, ensuring graduates are equipped with the skills, confidence, and ethical foundation needed to serve and protect our commun ...

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COTC Emergency Fund
Students sit in a row looking toward the front of the clasroom.

The COTC Emergency Fund provides small grants to students facing an unforeseen financial obstacle such as a car repair bill or utility shutoff notice, so they can stay return focus to their studies, continue working toward completion and ultimately earn t ...

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COTC Alumni Scholarship
Students in commencement regalia throw their caps in the air to celebrate graduation.

Supported by COTC alumni, this scholarship is awarded to new or continuing students. give now ...

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Faculty and Staff Premier Scholarship
A faculty member stands next to a student in conversation.

This scholarship is funded by COTC employees and awarded to students with a minimum 3.5 GPA and at least 45 hours earned at COTC by the end of spring semester with demonstrated financial need. give now ...

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Veterans Emergency Fund
Students in army uniforms sit in a classroom.

The Veterans Emergency Fund will provide financial assistance for veterans, active duty service members and reservists for expenses caused by unforeseen circumstances that threaten their academic progress and are not covered by military educational benefi ...

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COTC Legends of Loyalty
2019 Legends of Loyalty

The Legends of Loyalty award was established by the Office of the President to identify and recognize the recipients' dedication and commitment to the college. It spotlights individuals who have, over the years, made a significant impact on the histo ...

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Sophia Tosi
COTC alumna Sophia Tosi stands outside TrueCore Federal Credit Union where she works.

Sophia Tosi was a distance runner until she decided to focus on sprinting through her education. As a high school senior, four years into the College Credit Plus (CCP) program, she discontinued extracurriculars to finish her associate degree in business m ...

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Public Art

Our campus is filled with public art, including 19 life-size bronze sculptures, most of which have been generously donated by J. Gilbert and Louella H. Reese, through their Thomas J. Evans Foundation. Take a walking tour of campus to see them all, or enjo ...

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Becca Saxton
Becca Saxton stands wither her mom on the day of her pinning ceremony at COTC.

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 ...

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Officer Thomas W. Cottrell Jr. Award for Character and Dedication to Public Service
Thomas Cottrell headshot.

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 ...

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Watch Us Grow
Picture of McConnell Hall

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. ...

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Lacey McCombs
Lacey McCombs stands in front of her storefront in Coshocton.

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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Transitions Alumni Award Recipients
Sarah Grandstaff holds her Transitions Alumni Award certificate and glass trophy.

Established in 2009, the Transitions Alumni Award recognizes COTC alumni faculty and staff who have made the transition from student to partner in career development, making a difference in the lives of current or future students. It is presented at the a ...

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Barker Alumni Community Service Award Recipients
Brian Haught holds his Community Service Alumni Award and glass trophy.

​​​​The John C. "Jay" Barker Alumni Community Service Award was created in 2013 by the COTC Alumni Council and is presented annually at the July 3rd Independence Day concert and fireworks to recognize COTC alumni who have made a significant impa ...

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Impact Report
Four students gather around the COTC mascot, TC the cat, on a bridge at the Newark campus.

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 ...

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One Book, One Community
A book lies open with it's pages fanned amongst stacks of books.

One Book, One Community is a community book club hosted by The Ohio State University at Newark and Central Ohio Technical College. This program is open to the public and available for free thanks to the Melissa Warner Bow endowed fund. ...

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Elizabeth Barnhart Award
Photo of Elizbeth Barnhart

The Elizabeth Barnhart Award for Nursing Excellence is presented to a graduating associate degree nursing student from the Newark campus who exemplifies the highest ideals of the nursing profession: intelligence, commitment, sacrifice, integrity and a com ...

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Blue Line Axe Challenge
Blue Line Axe Challenge official mark of two crossed axes.

The Blue Line Axe Challenge, a collaboration between COTC and the Licking County Sheriff's Office (LCSO), honors law enforcement personnel. Proceeds from the Blue Line Axe Challenge benefit COTC's Officer Thomas W. Cottrell Jr. Award for Charact ...

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Outstanding Alumni Award Recipients
Terry Bertiaux holds his Outstanding Alumni Award certificate and glass trophy.

The Outstanding Alumni Award recognizes Central Ohio Technical College alumni who have demonstrated personal and professional achievement that brings honor and distinction to the college as well as individual attainment and contributions for the bettermen ...

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Officer Thomas W. Cottrell Jr. Award
Portrait of Officer Thomas W. Cottrell Jr.

The Officer Thomas W. Cottrell Jr. Award for Character and Dedication to Public Service is given out at each Peace Officer Basic Training graduation ceremony during the academic year. The selection of the recipients is based on many factors including, but ...

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