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President and Provost's Lists announced

President and Provost's Lists announced
January 16, 2025 / OZARKA NEWS
Ozarka College recently announced that 120 students have been named to the President's List and 57 students have been named to the Provost's List for the Fall 2024 semester.To be eligible for the President's List, a student must be enrolled in at …

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ARC Blood Drive

ARC Blood Drive
January 8, 2025 / OZARKA NEWS
Ozarka College will host an American Red Cross Blood Drive on Wednesday, January 29, 2025, in the lobby of the John E. Miller Education Complex in Melbourne, AR."We are excited to bring our Ozarka family and community together for the upcoming blood …

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Ozarka Receives $1.5 M from HIRED Grant Program

Ozarka Receives $1.5 M from HIRED Grant Program
December 20, 2024 / OZARKA NEWS
Ozarka College is excited to announce receipt of a $1.5M grant to begin their Skilled Trades programs at the Melbourne, Arkansas location. The project will support development of Electrical, HVAC, Plumbing and Construction trades to address high …

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Thompson named ASPSF December 2024 Student of the Month

Thompson named ASPSF December 2024 Student of the Month
December 19, 2024 / OZARKA NEWS
This December, statewide nonprofit Arkansas Single Parent Scholarship Fund is proud to honor Gary Thompson as the Student of the Month.This single dad from Izard County is an inspiring example of perseverance and commitment to building a brighter …

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Other News

Blood Drive Saves Lives Across America
December 12, 2024 / OZARKA NEWS
The American Red Cross (ARC) recently announced that the blood products collected at Ozarka College have already been delivered to patients in need of vital care! Distribution included, but was not limited to, the following local hospitals: U Of …

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Foundation Gingerbread Lane a Big Hit!
December 11, 2024 / OZARKA NEWS
On Friday, December 6, the John E. Miller building at Ozarka College was filled with holiday cheer and excitement as families gathered to welcome Santa Claus for this year's Christmas event themed "Gingerbread Lane. " This free annual event, hosted …

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Heithoff joins Nursing Department
November 29, 2024 / OZARKA NEWS
Ozarka College welcomes Lynne Heithoff as the new Practical Nursing Instructor for the Nursing Department."Having Lynne join our team is a tremendous asset for Ozarka," said Katie Wilson, Ozarka College Allied Health Division Chair. "Her extensive …

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Donna York Celebrated
November 27, 2024 / OZARKA NEWS
Donna York, Ozarka College administrative specialist for Mountain View, retired recently after sixteen years of service. Donna was honored at a retirement celebration on Friday, November 22, 2024. Colleagues were in attendance and shared stories, …

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Ozarka partners with EAST program from Melbourne HS
November 26, 2024 / OZARKA NEWS
Ozarka College recently teamed up with Melbourne High School's EAST program to enhance student learning opportunities with 360-degree tours of facilities."We see this as a fantastic opportunity to connect with our local high school students and …

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Dr. Josh Wilson Appointed President
November 25, 2024 / OZARKA NEWS
The Ozarka College Board of Trustees announced today the selection of Dr. Josh Wilson, vice president of advancement at Ozarka as the next President of Ozarka College.Wilson- a native of Izard County with broad experience in executive leadership, …

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Anderson joins Nursing Department
November 25, 2024 / OZARKA NEWS
Ozarka College welcomes Brittnie Anderson as the new Practical Nursing Instructor for the Nursing Department."We are thrilled to welcome Brittnie to the Ozarka nursing department," said Katie Wilson, Ozarka College Allied Health Division Chair. "Her …

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ARKANSAS COMMUNITY COLLEGES ANNOUNCES SCHOLARSHIPS FOR 22 ACADEMIC ALL-STAR STUDENTS
November 23, 2024 / OZARKA NEWS
Winners of the Academic All-Star Scholarships were announced mid-October in Hot Springs at the annual Arkansas Community Colleges (ACC) conference.  Dr. Bentley Wallace, President of the ACC board of Directors and Chancellor of Arkansas State …

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ARKANSAS COMMUNITY COLLEGES ANNOUNCES SCHOLARSHIPS FOR 22 ACADEMIC ALL-STAR STUDENTS
November 23, 2024 / OZARKA NEWS
Winners of the Academic All-Star Scholarships were announced mid-October in Hot Springs at the annual Arkansas Community Colleges (ACC) conference.  Dr. Bentley Wallace, President of the ACC board of Directors and Chancellor of Arkansas State …

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Mtn. View Technical Center Ribbon Cutting
November 15, 2024 / OZARKA NEWS
Approximately 120 guests gathered at the new Mountain View Technical Center (MVTC) on Thursday, November 14 for a ribbon cutting ceremony. Members of the Ozarka College faculty, staff, administration, Board of Trustees, and Foundation Board of …

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Entergy Arkansas Offers Generous Support for Ozarka Technical Center
November 14, 2024 / OZARKA NEWS
The Ozarka College Foundation received a $100,000 commitment from Entergy Arkansas. The significant Entergy investment will be used to support Ozarka's Technical Center expansion in Mountain View. Specifically, this generous gift will support …

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Wilson Selected as Peer Reviewer for the Higher Learning Commission
November 12, 2024 / OZARKA NEWS
Ozarka College is pleased to announce that Dr. Josh Wilson has been selected as a Peer Reviewer for the Higher Learning Commission (HLC), a significant achievement that recognizes his expertise and dedication to higher education quality standards. …

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Childress joins TRIO team
November 8, 2024 / OZARKA NEWS
Ozarka College welcomes Kim Childress as the new Director for the TRIO Department."Ozarka is fortunate to have Kim Childress joining us," said Zeda Wilkerson, Ozarka College vice president of student services. " Her extensive knowledge of services …

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Santa is Coming to Ozarka for Annual Holiday Event!
November 8, 2024 / OZARKA NEWS
Ozarka College will host their 15th annual holiday event on Friday, December 6, 2024 from 4:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. This event is FREE to the public and will take place in the John E. Miller Education complex, at Ozarka College in Melbourne. The Ozarka …

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Norris receives two national awards from EDM
November 7, 2024 / OZARKA NEWS
The Educational Digital Marketing Awards (EDM) has awarded Katie Norris, Ozarka College Director of Public Relations and Marketing, two awards in the category of "Digital Video Under Two Minutes. ""This is a well-deserved recognition and is evidence …

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Free GED classes offered
November 5, 2024 / OZARKA NEWS
Free GED classes are currently available at the following locations:Ozarka College Melbourne: Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday             8:00-3:00 p.m.Ozarka College Ash Flat: Tuesday, Thursday         …

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Registration now Open!
November 4, 2024 / OZARKA NEWS
Registration is in full swing at Ozarka College for current and new students. Now is the time to seek advising and register for spring 2025 classes.Spring classes will begin on January 21, 2025. By meeting early with an Advisor, students are often …

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Hicks hired as Institutional Services Assistant
November 1, 2024 / OZARKA NEWS
We are pleased to announce the hiring of Harrison Hicks as the new Institutional Services Assistant at the Mountain View campus.Harrison will play a key role in maintaining the organization and overall functionality of the campus facilities, …

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Katie Norris
Director of Marketing & PR
870.368.2045
katie.norris@ozarka.edu
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Dr. Josh Wilson
President
870.368.2060
jwilson@ozarka.edu




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