We are pleased to announce the recent appointment of Amber Rush to Vice President of Finance. Rush re-joins the Ozarka team after having worked as a member of the University of Arkansas System finance team, playing a critical role in the onboarding of system-wide integration software. Prior to that role, Rush served as Ozarka's Controller until 2021.  

"We are thrilled to have Amber back at Ozarka, " said Dr. Josh Wilson, Ozarka College president. "Amber brings a wealth of knowledge in higher education finance coupled with a sincere passion for helping Ozarka students. I look forward to serving with Amber in the years to come in this critical role for our College. Welcome back, Amber! "

"I'm honored to join the Ozarka College team as Vice President of Finance," Rush shared. " I look forward to collaborating with our staff and community to ensure financial stability and growth that directly supports our students' success."

A native of Viola, Rush earned a Master's in Business Administration from Arkansas Tech University, a  Bachelor of Accounting from Arkansas State University, and an associate degree from ASU-Mountain Home.