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College of the Ozarks hosts Jenna Bush Hager, humanitarian and best-selling author, for Fall Convocation Oct. 10
College of the OzarksMedia Contact: Valorie Coleman, Public Relations DirectorOffice: (417) 690-2212 Cell: (417) 365-2727Email: vcoleman@cofo.edu NEWS: FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEOctober 11, 2024 POINT LOOKOUT, MO. — College of the Ozarks featured Jenna Bush Hager, daughter of the 43rd President of the United States George W. Bush and First Lady Laura Bush, as this year’s speaker for the Leonard B. and Edith Gittinger Convocation on Thursday, Oct. 10. Through The Keeter Center for Character Education, the
Reeds Spring School creating 'sense of safety and school family' with help of Silver Dollar City Foundation
Reeds Spring School creating 'sense of safety and school family' with help of Silver Dollar City FoundationBehavior is one of the biggest challenges educators and parents face these days, but one local school isn’t looking to increase punishment to control behavior, rather they are taking a comprehensive approach to the issue.With the help of a grant from Silver Dollar City Foundation, Reeds Spring Primary School is in the process of implementing Conscious Discipline. Conscious Discipline an emotional
College of the Ozarks to host Homecoming 2024: Grateful Hearts Gather Here
POINT LOOKOUT, MO. – College of the Ozarks will host the Homecoming for 2024, themed Grateful Hearts Gather Here, Thursday-Sunday, Oct. 31-Nov. 3. Homecoming weekend will consist of several events for each day such as the Miss Hard Work U. honors ceremony, alumni golf game, a celebration picnic, alumni breakfast, and a C of O homecoming parade. “It always feels good to come home, and that is exactly how we want alumni to feel when they return to campus,” said Angela Williamson, director of alumni
College of the Ozarks hosts Family Weekend 2024
POINT LOOKOUT, MO — College of the Ozarks hosted Family Weekend, Friday-Sunday, Oct. 4-6. Family Weekend provides students the opportunity to share their College experience with their families by having them join for a convocation, community, and student events alongside them. “Family Weekend is a great way for students to share their college experiences with their families,” said Dean of Students Ryan Knight. Family Weekend gave students and families a chance to make life-long memories on the
Annual Auction at College of the Ozarks
College of the Ozarks to host annual auction POINT LOOKOUT, MO. — The College of the Ozarks will hold its annual auction on Saturday, Oct. 19, 2024, at 9 a.m. This auction is a tradition of the College and allows community members to purchase the College’s used inventory while enjoying fellowship with one another. Items being auctioned off include used vehicles, farm and construction equipment, furniture, windows, all seasons’ decorations, and Ralph Foster Museum pieces. The auction will be in
College of the Ozarks announces inaugural Women’s Leadership Award
POINT LOOKOUT, MO — College of the Ozarks is proud to announce the establishment of an annual leadership award honoring extraordinary women whose actions inspire others. The Ozarks Women in Leadership (OWL) Award will be presented at the fall OWL Luncheon on Monday, October 28, 2024, at The Keeter Center on the College of the Ozarks campus. This award celebrates outstanding leadership contributions from women who demonstrate a deep commitment to making a lasting, positive difference in the lives of
College of the Ozarks releases additional free tickets to the public for Fall Convocation
Jenna Bush Hager — humanitarian, correspondent, and best-selling author — to speak October 10 POINT LOOKOUT, MO. — College of the Ozarks will host Jenna Bush Hager, daughter of the 43rd President of the United States, George W. Bush, and First Lady Laura Bush, as this year’s speaker for the Leonard B. and Edith Gittinger Convocation on Thursday, Oct. 10, at 7 p.m. in the Howell W. Keeter Gymnasium. The convocation will be moderated by Professor of the Practice of Journalism Erin Hayes-Dennis, who is a
College of the Ozarks students participate in annual CitizenTrip® to Washington, D.C.
POINT LOOKOUT, MO. — College of the Ozarks continued the groundbreaking CitizenTrip® that began in 2019 as part of its Patriotic Education Program. The College sent 40 students on a three-day, two-night intensive trip to Washington, D.C., at no cost to the students, Sept. 26-28. Accompanying the students was Earl “Hap” Culp, Vietnam Veteran, who spoke to the students at the Vietnam Memorial. Culp shared about his time as a tunnel rat and encouraged students to continue to learn about the Nation’s
College of the Ozarks students to perform free, patriotic play
College of the Ozarks students to perform free, patriotic play October-November Guests for Oct. 15 performance receive free copy of book, “Vietnam 101” POINT LOOKOUT, MO. — The College of the Ozarks will present its annual, free, patriotic play, October through November, on select dates. Back by popular demand, the play is “Breaking the Silence: Stories of Vietnam Veterans,” which tells the stories of five heroes, all who have connections to the College. The play is based on the book Vietnam 101, by Dr.
Branson Bank Hosts Flagpole Dedication with Veterans of the Ozarks
(Branson, MO) On October 1, 2024, Branson Bank held a ceremony to dedicate the bank’s newly built Branson West location’s flagpole. At 9:00AM, bank associates gathered with representatives of the Veterans of the Ozarks of Kimberling City’s Color Guard to perform its first, flag raising. The flagpole celebrates the patriotism upheld throughout the community and honors our country and its veterans. Eric Simkins, Vice President and Commercial Lender of Branson Bank welcomed those attending and introduced
College of the Ozarks athletics wins NAIA Champions of Character Award
POINT LOOKOUT, MO. — College of the Ozarks was awarded the Gold Level NAIA Champions of Character Five-Star Institution Award for 2023-2024. The College’s athletic program was recognized for its commitment to developing character-driven athletes and elevating the NAIA student-athlete experience. Each year, NAIA level institutions follow the Champions of Character core report to calculate the pursuit of character-driven athletics. The institutions receive points based on character training, conduct in
College of the Ozarks hosts Bobcat Days for prospective students
POINT LOOKOUT, MO. — College of the Ozarks hosted its annual Bobcat Days for prospective students, juniors and seniors in high school, transfer students, and family members on Sept. 17 and 18. Bobcat Days is a time for prospective students and their families to learn about the unique program at College of the Ozarks, its mission, vision, and goals, and to interact with faculty, student services, and to explore campus. Bobcat Days allows attendees to learn about the superb, debt-free education that
College of the Ozarks to host Fall Retail Open House
College of the Ozarks to host Fall Retail Open House at student industries Public invited to experience old-fashioned grist mill, Stained Glass & Candle Shop, and more POINT LOOKOUT, MO. — College of the Ozarks will host the Fall Retail Open House on Saturday, Oct. 5, from 10:30 a.m.-2 p.m. Guests are invited to celebrate with College of the Ozarks during the 91st year of Student-Made Products. At the Edwards Mill, you can watch students grind corn with the old-fashioned grist mill and
College of the Ozarks dairy takes home top awards at Missouri State Fair
POINT LOOKOUT, MO — The College of the Ozarks W. Alton Jones Dairy, supervised by Dairy Manager Ryan Bilyeu and Assistant Dairy Manager Dylan Erwin, attended the Missouri State Fair Aug. 8-18, in Sedalia, Missouri. Bilyeu and Erwin traveled with students to present the best Holstein and Guernsey dairy cattle. Senior Layla Giorgianni, mathematics education major; senior Morgan Winebold, animal science major; senior Lexie Ashlock, animal science major; junior Jaedyn Browning, animal science major; and
College of the Ozarks students to perform free, patriotic play October-November
POINT LOOKOUT, MO. — The College of the Ozarks will present its annual, free, patriotic play, October through November, on select dates. Back by popular demand, the play is “Breaking the Silence: Stories of Vietnam Veterans,” which tells the stories of five heroes, all who have connections to the College. This true story chronicles the lives of five Veterans: Army Nurse Lou Eisenbrandt; Army Colonel Tony Nadal; 1st Marine Colonel Bill Duncan, otherwise known as Texas Pete; Colonel Donald “Doc”
School of the Ozarks Student Places Third in National Daughter’s of the American Revolution History
POINT LOOKOUT, MO. — School of the Ozarks eighth grader, Ashlynn Saffle, placed third in the Daughters of the American Revolution National History Essay Contest. At School of the Ozarks, students in seventh and eighth grade participate in this contest yearly. It gives students an opportunity to hone their writing skills and enables them to research a patriotic topic. Students at School of the Ozarks have won at a local level for several years, but last year was the first time an S of O student won at
College of the Ozarks receives Niche and Money rankings for the 2024-2025 academic year
POINT LOOKOUT, MO — College of the Ozarks has received new rankings from Niche and Money, for the 2024-2025 academic year. Niche ranks schools and colleges so students and families can find the right fit for their individual wants and needs. Money Magazine showcases the country's top 745 colleges based on graduation rates, cost of attendance, financial aid, alumni salaries, and more. College of the Ozarks received the following rankings from Niche: the No. 1 ranking for Best Christian College in
College of the Ozarks hosts 17th annual White Coat Ceremony
POINT LOOKOUT, MO. — The Armstrong McDonald School of Nursing (AMSON) at College of the Ozarks held its 17th annual White Coat Ceremony on Tuesday, Sept. 3, 2024. Twenty-three members of the class of 2026 were coated. Dr. Janice Williams, director of The Armstrong McDonald School of Nursing, began the ceremony by welcoming parents and administrators. The event was held in the Royal Oak Forum at The Keeter Center. Along with the white coats, the junior students were given a white New Testament Bible
College of the Ozarks receives National Rankings
College of the Ozarks receives U.S News & World Report, Wall Street Journal, and Washington Monthly rankings POINT LOOKOUT, MO — College of the Ozarks has received new rankings from U.S News & World Report, Wall Street Journal, and Washington Monthly for the 2024-2025 academic year. College of the Ozarks rankings received from U.S. News & World Report include: No. 2 Best Performers on Social Mobility– Regional Colleges in the Midwest, No. 4 Best Regional Colleges in the Midwest, No. 8 Best Value
College of the Ozarks hosts Fall 2024 Career Expo
POINT LOOKOUT, MO. — College of the Ozarks hosted 125 organizations during the fall Career Expo on Sept. 25, 2024, in The Howell W. Keeter Gymnasium. The Vanek Center for Vocation & Callings hosts this biannual event with the primary goal of providing an atmosphere where employers and students can start a conversation, and students can begin securing an internship, employment, or graduate school admissions. The organizations in attendance included an array of employers and graduate schools located in
College of the Ozarks hosts “Melt” Art Exhibit
POINT LOOKOUT, MO. — College of the Ozarks is hosting the “Melt” Art Exhibit through Oct. 4, 2024. The exhibition is on display in the Boger Art Gallery in the Jones Learning Center, Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. This exhibit is open to the public with no admission fee. Dr. Richard Cummings, professor of art at College of the Ozarks, uses heat to melt and recycle plastic into beautiful works of art. Artists and College of the Ozarks professors Michael Ashley and Laura Ashley work with ceramics and
College of the Ozarks receives Great Colleges to Work For 2024 Ranking
POINT LOOKOUT, MO — College of the Ozarks has been recognized as one of the 2024 Great Colleges to Work For by “The Chronicle for Higher Education.” The Great Colleges to Work For program is designed to recognize colleges that have been successful in creating great workplaces. The program additionally researches to gain understanding of the factors, dynamics and influences that have the most impact on organizational culture at higher education institutions. The 2024 program marked the 17th anniversary
College of the Ozarks students to travel to Washington D.C.
College of the Ozarks students to participate in CitizenTrip® to Washington D.C. POINT LOOKOUT, MO. — College of the Ozarks will continue the groundbreaking CitizenTrip® that began in 2019 as part of their Patriotic Education Program. The College will be sending 40 students on an intensive trip to Washington, D.C., at no cost to the students, Sept. 26 – 28, 2024. The seniors will have the opportunity to tour the U.S. Capitol, as well as the National Mall, which encompasses the Washington Monument,
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Luke Menard Announced As New Executive Director Of Branson Regional Arts Council
The Branson Regional Arts Council is excited to announce that nationally known Branson entertainer and businessman Luke Menard, has been hired to step into the role of Executive Director to replace Jim Barber who will be retiring from the position at the end of September 2024, having served the organization seven and a half years. Menard will officially assume leadership of the Arts Council on October 1, 2024."Our board of directors understood that it would be a challenging task to find a suitable
Ollis/Akers/Arney Named as a Top Insurance Workplace by Insurance Business America
Ollis/Akers/Arney Named as a Top Insurance WorkplaceSPRINGFIELD, MO – Ollis/Akers/Arney for the sixth consecutive year was named a Top Insurance Workplace—one of only 43 companies in the United States and Missouri’s only company to achieve the distinction from Insurance Business America.“I am a firm believer that culture starts with your hiring process,” says Joe Gaunt, Ollis/Akers/Arney director of operations. “With targeted selection interviewing, we’re trying to get an idea of how a person is going to
