Solving Uncertainly: Local Colleges Offer Options in Unsure Times
While the full impact of the coronavirus (COVID-19) is still unfolding, it is clear that the pandemic has already affected every aspect of our daily lives. And while health and safety remain our primary concerns, prolonged uncertainty also continues to take its toll.
COTC Coshocton Promise Successful in First Year
In November 2018, Central Ohio Technical College (COTC) announced an ambitious program to offer a free college education to Coshocton County residents. The Coshocton Promise launched in the 2019-2020 academic year.
COTC Announces Autumn Semester Partial Return to Campus
Remote, in-person and hybrid classes planned
In response to the ongoing coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, Central Ohio Technical College (COTC) has announced it will conduct classes in remote, in-person and hybrid formats this autumn.
COTC Peace Office Basic Training Sessions Upcoming
Central Ohio Technical College (COTC) will hold information sessions for anyone interested in becoming a peace officer in Ohio.
COTC Exceeds Enrollment Goal Despite Uncertainties of COVID-19
Amid widespread health and economic uncertainty across the state and country, and despite conducting almost all instruction in new, remote formats to avoid spread of the coronavirus (COVID-19), Central Ohio Technical College (COTC) exceeded its summer semester 2020 enrollment goal.
June 3 Message to the Community – We Must Do Better
Dear members of the Central Ohio Technical College (COTC) and Ohio State Newark community,
Similar, we are certain, to many of you, we are deeply saddened and angered by the deaths of African Americans such as George Floyd, Ahmaud Arbery, Breonna Taylor and countless others. It is a struggle to adequately express how events like these, the latest in a string of tragic examples of injustice in our society, strike at the fabric of humanity, the nation and our COTC and Ohio State Newark missions.
COTC Announces Spring Semester 2020 President’s and Honors Lists
Central Ohio Technical College (COTC) has released the President’s List and Honors List for spring semester 2020. Graduates are listed by hometown.*
COTC Announces Teaching Excellence Awards
Central Ohio Technical College (COTC) honored Kimberly Goudy, PhD, and Pamela Kirst with the Teaching Excellence Award for the 2019-20 academic year.
POBT Instructor and Alumnus Works to Make a Difference Inside and Outside the Classroom
Jason Weaver always knew he wanted to teach but becoming a police officer and teaching future law enforcement professionals was not what he predicted.
COTC Recognizes Healthcare Program Graduates
Central Ohio Technical College (COTC) recognized the spring semester 2020 graduates of diagnostic medical sonography, radiologic science and nursing technologies in virtual pinning ceremonies and celebrations.*
Central Ohio Technical College Recognizes Spring Semester 2020 Graduates
Central Ohio Technical College (COTC) conferred 274 associate degrees and certificates to 235 graduates completing requirements in spring semester 2020.
Education is Everything for Ghanaian Immigrant
Anyone meeting Maxwell Doku for the first time is immediately drawn to his soft-spoken demeanor and natural smile. But spend a bit more time with the Ghanaian immigrant and you’ll quickly learn that steely determination and grit simmer just below his gentle manner.
Phlebotomy Certificate Available at COTC’s Knox Campus this Summer
Central Ohio Technical College (COTC) is offering a certificate in phlebotomy, which can be completed in as little as one or two semesters, through the Knox campus during the summer semester beginning May 11.
Students Join Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society
Central Ohio Technical College’s (COTC) chapter of Phi Theta Kappa (PTK), Alpha Theta Zeta, welcomed 16 new members during the spring semester.
COTC Registered Nursing Grads Achieve 100% Pass Rate on National Licensing Exam
Both RN and LPN grads exceed state and national scores
Central Ohio Technical College (COTC) is celebrating the outstanding accomplishments of its December 2019 nursing graduates.
COTC and Ohio State Newark Student Leaders Honored
RESPECT Award Winner and president of the Outstanding Student Organization of the Year, Sage Anderson with the award plaques sent to each winner of the 2020 Student Leadership Awards. During times like these that we are currently living in, strong leaders are needed and looked to for guidance and assurance. This year’s student leaders honored by Central Ohio Technical College and The Ohio State University at Newark’s Annual Student Leadership Awards displayed qualities of a strong leader and the potential to be looked upon in the future.
COTC to Offer More Than $1 Million in Scholarships
Get career training help for job loss and financial challenges from COVID-19
Community members who have lost their jobs or are facing financial challenges or hardships due to COVID-19 can get financial help for career training from Central Ohio Technical College (COTC).
Free Emergency Medical Technician Basic Certificate Available at COTC Coshocton
Central Ohio Technical College (COTC) is bringing the Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Basic Certificate to the Coshocton campus this fall.
COTC Announces Bold and Supportive “We’re Here for Our Students Promise”
Summer semester registration open
Central Ohio Technical College (COTC) is taking bold and supportive measures to ensure that its students’ educations are not adversely affected during the ongoing coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. In honoring its commitment to providing access to high-quality technical education, COTC will offer its traditional 12-week summer semester beginning on May 11 as originally scheduled. Due to COVID-19, all courses and student services will continue to be delivered in a remote format indefinitely.
COTC Removes Barriers to Summer and Fall Enrollment
Moves to test-optional admissions
Central Ohio Technical College (COTC) is eliminating enrollment barriers for community members who want to get onto a career path now.