College of the Ozarks dedicates Lively Hall, newest female residence hall on campus
POINT LOOKOUT, MO — College of the Ozarks dedicated Lively Hall on April 4 on the College campus. Students, staff, and faculty came together for the dedication of Lively Hall, a modern addition to the campus landscape with a focus on cutting-edge student dormitory design and functionality. The ceremony included remarks from President Brad Johnson, First Lady Laura Lacey Johnson, Vice President for Cultural Affairs and Dean of Character Education Sue Head, Dean of Development Natalie Rasnick, Dean of
College of the Ozarks hosts Spring 2024 Career Expo
POINT LOOKOUT, MO. — College of the Ozarks hosted 125 organizations during the spring Career Expo on April 12, in The Howell W. Keeter Athletic Complex. The Vanek Center for Vocation & Callings hosts this biannual event with the primary goal of providing an atmosphere where students can begin securing internships, employment, or graduate school admissions. The organizations in attendance included an array of employers and graduate schools located in the Ozarks region and beyond. The organizations
College of the Ozarks to host Kitty Ledbetter co-author of Broadcasting the Ozarks for a book signin
POINT LOOKOUT, MO — College of the Ozarks is hosting Kitty Ledbetter co-author of Broadcasting the Ozarks: Si Siman and Country Music at the Crossroads May 3, at the Ralph Foster Museum. Ledbetter will give a presentation at 2:30 p.m. afterwards she will have books for purchase and signing until 4 p.m. The presentation is free. Regular ticket prices will apply for those who wish to visit the museum after. Kitty Ledbetter is emerita professor of English at Texas State University. Before entering academia,
College of the Ozarks Chorale to perform Requiem concert, April 21 and 25
POINT LOOKOUT, MO. — On Sunday, April 21, at 9 a.m. and 10:30 a.m., the College of the Ozarks Chorale will offer music and lead worship at Kings Way United Methodist Church in Springfield, Missouri. At 5 p.m., the students will present a concert including Requiem by Heather Sorenson. “A requiem is a mass written to honor those who have passed away,” said Nathan Cornelius, adjunct professor of music. “This specific requiem has been written in memory and honor of those lost during the Covid pandemic that
College of the Ozarks’ students travel to Arkansas to tour diverse farms
POINT LOOKOUT, MO — College of the Ozarks Grain Crop Production class embarked on a trip to central Arkansas, April 10 ─ 12. The trip served as an opportunity for the students to tour and learn about a diverse array of farms. The 13 students who attended the trip were led by their professor, Tammy Holder, general farm manager. On Wednesday, the students visited a pecan farm, fishery, University of Arkansas extension research station, and fruit and vegetable farm. Thursday, they toured a blackberry farm,
Jones Theatre Company presents Cirque de Variété
POINT LOOKOUT, MO — College of the Ozarks Jones Theater Company will present the Cirque de Variété on May 1-2, at 7:30 p.m., in the Jones Auditorium. Cirque is an annual production that allows students with a variety of talents to perform for their fellow students while gaining valuable art and entertainment experience. The event is open to the public on a first come, first serve basis with limited seating available. The Cirque de Variété will showcase a sample of the work students have accomplished this
College of the Ozarks Jazz Ensemble to perform concert April 22
POINT LOOKOUT, MO. — The College of the Ozarks Jazz Ensemble will present a concert, a free event open to the public, Monday, April 22, at 7 p.m. The concert will take place in the Jones Auditorium on the College campus. Dr. Kevin Powers has served as the jazz director at the College for eleven years. He chooses pieces with care, and the program reflects his interest in contrasting jazz styles. He believes it is important for the College of the Ozarks Jazz Ensemble to play a wide variety of jazz music.
College of the Ozarks to host the INSPIRED Exhibit, April 5-20
POINT LOOKOUT, MO. — College of the Ozarks is pleased to welcome INSIRED Exhibit to its campus, April 5-20, located at The Keeter Center. This exhibit tells the story of the greatest book ever written: the Bible, and how the most banned book in history became the world's all-time best seller. Ancient artifacts and written materials speak to visitors an understanding of how the Bible was written and preserved through the ages and how it has survived every attempt to suppress it. Working with private
College of the Ozarks hosts Jim Denison, of Denison Ministries, and The Honorable Mike Huckabee
College of the Ozarks hosts Jim Denison, of Denison Ministries, and The Honorable Mike Huckabee for Forum on Israel today, April 4 POINT LOOKOUT, MO — College of the Ozarks hosted the annual Spring Forum, A Conversation on Israel, today, April 4. The event featured Dr. Jim Denison, cultural theologian and founder and CEO of Denison Ministries, and The Honorable Mike Huckabee, the 44th governor of Arkansas. Denison has taught the philosophy of religion and apologetics at several seminaries. He
College of the Ozarks to host Spring Open House at Student Industries
POINT LOOKOUT, MO — College of the Ozarks invites the public to join in a celebration of student-made products on Saturday, April 13 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Guests are encouraged to join this event to witness firsthand the skill and creativity of College of the Ozarks students across campus. From culinary arts to craftsmanship, visitors will be able to engage with students, sample delicious products, and join educational demonstrations. Embrace the flavors of spring with student-made products, including
School of the Ozarks serves with Convoy of Hope
POINT LOOKOUT, MO. — On March 6, School of the Ozarks students traveled to Springfield, Missouri, to serve at Convoy of Hope. The School has seen the immense impact Convoy of Hope has made domestically and internationally and desired to serve alongside the organization. Through former S of O students who currently work at Convoy of Hope, the administrators and teachers learned about the founder, Hal Donaldson. He interviewed Mother Teresa who challenged him to find ways to give with intent. From that seed,
Hunt Elevated To Branson Bank Vice President – HR Officer
(Branson, MO) With over 16 years of dedication to the organization, Branson Bank is pleased to announce the promotion of Jamie Hunt to Vice President - Human Resource Officer. In addition to her current duties of supporting over 75 bank associates, Hunt will spearhead strategic initiatives that support recruitment and retention of associates, succession planning, and the overall preservation and strengthening of Branson Bank culture. Jamie Hunt joined the Branson Bank family in July of 2008 and has