Ozarka College has received additional fitness equipment to be used in the Paul Miller Fitness Center. Fred Lamb purchased and donated a punching bag and gloves, valued at approximately $700. The fitness center also houses a state of the art weight room and several options for cardio."We're excited about our new equipment and really appreciate Fred's long-time support of the fitness center, " said Stacy Gore, Ozarka College fitness center coordinator. "We invite everyone to come in and let us show you how each machine is operated. We'll do our best to ensure your safety and help you get the most out of each use. "Though the fitness center has always been open to the public, new membership rates have been established to better accommodate the community. Members ages 16 to 59 are $35 per month or $140 for the semester. Ages 60 and over are just $17.50 per month or $70 per semester. For those who are visiting or want to try it out before joining, the College now offers a day pass for $5 or a full week for $10. Ages 60 and over pay one half of those prices.The Paul Miller Fitness Center is open Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. and is located in the John E. Miller Education Complex at Ozarka College in Melbourne, Arkansas. For more information, please contact Stacy Gore, fitness center coordinator, by calling 870.368.2090.![]()
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Lamb Donates Fitness Equipment To Ozarka College
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Creative Writing Course At Ozarka College - Ash Flat
Ozarka College in Ash Flat, Arkansas will host a creative writing continuing education course July 25-27, 2016 from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Ozarka College English faculty, Tena Rosse, will instruct the course.Rosse has written, presented, and participated in many writing symposiums and workshops. She has been editor and co-editor for The Tributary and was editorial assistant on The Arkansas Review: A Journal of Delta Studies. She also collaborated with Dr. Rob Lamm on a college textbook: Dynamic Argument (published in 2007), which is used in the English Teaching/Education program at Arkansas State University. Rosse has published many short stories and poems; and has been recognized as a Poet of Distinction by the International Poets Society. Her book entitled Full Metal Baskets was published in 2012."Anyone can write, " said Rosse. "In fact, if you have ever told a 'fish' story, then you can write. Great storytelling is what we love about reading. This class will be open to all phases of the writing process, but we will concentrate on short stories, character development and description."Tuition is $25.00 per student, $20 for students ages 60 and over. Seating is limited and registration is required. For more information or to register, please contact Ozarka College - Ash Flat by calling 870.994.7273 or email: kwhitten@ozarka.edu![]()
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EMT Program Now Available At Ozarka College - Ash Flat
Ozarka College in Ash Flat will begin offering courses for the Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) program this coming fall semester. Classes are scheduled to begin on August 16, 2016 and will meet on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. for the entire fall semester. Additional clinical hours will also be required.Program instructor will be Andy Schisler, long time employee and paramedic for Spring River Ambulance of Cherokee Village. Applications for admissions are currently being accepted and early registration is encouraged. To apply for Ozarka College's EMT program, please contact Kim Whitten, director of Ozarka College - Ash Flat, by calling 870.994.7273 or email: kwhitten@ozarka.edu.Prospective students who are accepted into the program will be required to pass a drug screening and criminal background check. ![]()
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Newsome Retires From Ozarka College
Miriam "Mimi " Newsome has retired from Ozarka College after twenty-four years of service. Ms. Newsome was honored at a retirement celebration on Thursday, June 30, 2016, where family, friends and colleagues shared their sincere appreciation for the joy that Mimi has brought to their lives. Congratulatory speeches were made and everyone wished her a long and joyous retirement.Ozarka College vice president of finance, Tina Wheelis, welcomed guests and spoke about how most people come into our lives for a season, a reason or a lifetime, but Mimi has done all of those. "When I think about what I want to be like when I grow up, I think of Mimi, " said Wheelis. "She always has a smile on her face and words of encouragement to share. I'm thankful she's been a part of my life for so many years. " Scott Pinkston, chief information officer, spoke about Mimi's caring heart and how she takes care of everyone."How special someone is, is determined by his or her heart. And you, Mimi, have a heart of gold, " said Suellen Davidson, director of advancement. Many other attendees also shared stories about working with Mimi and the kind of person she is. Dedicated, energetic, the true meaning of a friend, one who has touched the lives of many, and the list goes on. Dr. Keith McClanahan, provost and executive vice president of learning, also commented on Mimi's energetic personality as he presented her with a plaque to honor her years of service.Dr. Richard Dawe, Ozarka College president, was unable to attend due to a family medical need but added; "Mimi has a very kind and generous heart, and a personality that makes everyone she comes into contact with feel appreciated and welcome. The Ozarka family will miss her dearly and we wish her much happiness. ""When my husband first moved me here, I did not like it, " said Newsome. "But my family encouraged me to take some food service classes at Ozarka College and the people here became a second family to me. I remember so much that my teachers taught me, but never thought I'd be one of them. "It's a tough call to say whether Mimi will be most remembered for the peanut butter pies she made famous while working in the culinary arts department, or for the love that she showed all of the children when working at Ozarka Kids Academy, but there is no doubt that she will greatly be missed. ![]()
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Ozarka College Seeks Continuing Education Instructors
Ozarka College is seeking applicants to teach continuing education, non-credit courses. These courses may take place in Melbourne, Ash Flat, Mammoth Spring or Mountain View, depending on the instructors preference and community need.For more information or to apply, please call Candace Killian, Ozarka College director of distance learning, advisement and placement, at 870.368.2003 or email: ckillian@ozarka.edu.![]()
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Thomas Receives Pittman Memorial Scholarship
Cody Thomas, an Ozarka College education major from Salem, Arkansas, has received one of two endowed Dan "Wally " Pittman Memorial scholarships. Thomas will receive $250 to be applied to the fall 2016 semester and another $250 for spring 2017.For more information about this scholarship or other scholarship opportunities, please contact Suellen Davidson, Ozarka College director of advancement, by calling 870.368.2059. ![]()
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Ozarka College Donates To Relay For Life
On July 18, 2016, Ozarka College presented a check in the amount of $1,637.00 to the American Cancer Society for the Izard County Relay for Life. The Classified Staff Council raised funds by accepting donations from employees who opted to participate in, "Jeans on Thursdays " during the month of April, and they hosted a bake sale and silent auction.On May 11, 2016, Ozarka College hosted their annual event, "Grillin' for a Cure. " Employees purchased the supplies for cheeseburger meals and volunteered their time to prepare and deliver them to area businesses that placed orders. The College would like to thank the community for supporting this fundraising event!![]()
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Holzhauer Appointed To Ozarka College Board Of Trustees
Governor Asa Hutchinson recently announced the appointment of Fred Holzhauer, resident of Ash Flat, Arkansas, to the Ozarka College Board of Trustees. His seven-year term will expire in 2023.Trustee Holzhauer, born and raised in Gillett, Arkansas, has been a resident of Sharp County for the past 17 years. He graduated from Gillett High School in 1981 and the University of Arkansas in Fayetteville in 1985. There he earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Agri-Business before attending Spartan School of Aeronautics in Tulsa, Oklahoma. He has completed numerous banking schools and seminars, as well as graduated from Arkansas Bankers Association Commercial Lending School (2003), Barret School of Commercial Lending (2009), and Barret School of Banking (2010). In 2007, Holzhauer became First Community Bank's vice president of commercial lending at the Cherokee Village/Highland branch."I am very honored and humbled to be appointed to the Ozarka College Board of Trustees, " said Fred Holzhauer. "Ozarka College is the greatest asset we have in the communities and surrounding areas it serves. Ozarka College provides a quality education that is based on strong principles and standards to advance students educational goals."In addition to serving on the Ozarka College Board of Trustees, Holzhauer is a member of First Baptist Church of Cherokee Village, Highland Rebels Booster Club, past president and past assistant governor in the Quad Cities Rotary Club, member of the Network of Community Options Board, Sharp County Airport Commission, and the Ozarka College Foundation Board."Fred is a wonderful additional to the College Board of Trustees, " commented Ozarka's president, Dr. Richard Dawe. "His commitment to Ozarka, as demonstrated by his strong support while on the Foundation Board, has prepared him well to serve in this important leadership role. "Trustee Holzhauer is married to his wife, Melissa, and has two daughters; Chandler and Peyton. ![]()
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Winchester Receives Lesa Bull Memorial Scholarship
Hannah Winchester of Edgemont, Arkansas, has received one of two Lesa Bull Memorial scholarships at Ozarka College. Winchester, who is majoring in nursing, will receive $250 to be applied to the fall 2016 semester and another $250 for spring 2017.For more information about this endowed scholarship or other scholarship opportunities, please contact Suellen Davidson, Ozarka College director of advancement, by calling 870.368.2059.![]()
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Senator Collins-Smith Awards Grant Funding To Ozarka College
Ozarka College has received notification from White River Planning and Development District, Inc. that Senator Linda Collins-Smith has awarded $15,000 in general improvement funds to the College. $10,000 of this grant is to be allocated to expenses for paving the parking lot at Ozarka College - Mammoth Spring, and the remaining $5,000 will benefit the Ozarka College Aviation program.Ozarka College president, Dr. Richard Dawe, had the opportunity to meet with Senator Linda Collins-Smith at Ozarka's campus in Mammoth Spring on July 13, 2016. "We are so appreciative of Senator Collins-Smith's contribution and for her clear passion for higher education in our service region and throughout the state, " commented Dr. Dawe.For more information about Ozarka College-Mammoth Spring, please contact campus director, James Spurlock, at 870.625.0411. To learn more about Ozarka's Aviation program, please contact program director, Nick Lenczycki, at 870.368.7926. ![]()
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Braun Receives Wilson Honorary Scholarship
Jackson Braun of Mountain Home, Arkansas, has received the David and Phyllis Wilson Honorary scholarship at Ozarka College. Braun, who is majoring in aviation, will receive $250 to be applied to the fall 2016 semester and another $250 for spring 2017.For more information about scholarship opportunities, please contact Suellen Davidson, Ozarka College director of advancement, by calling 870.368.2059. ![]()
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Corter Receives Pittman Memorial Scholarship
Kerrie Corter, an Ozarka College education major from Batesville, Arkansas, has received one of two endowed Dan "Wally " Pittman Memorial scholarships. Corter will receive $250 to be applied to the fall 2016 semester and another $250 for spring 2017.For more information about scholarship opportunities, please contact Suellen Davidson, Ozarka College director of advancement, by calling 870.368.2059.![]()
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Fall Semester Approaching At Ozarka College
Over 200 new students participated in orientation at Ozarka College in Mammoth Spring and Ash Flat on August 2, and in Mountain View and Melbourne on August 3. A make-up session for the required new student orientation will be held at 6:00 p.m. on August 11, 2016 at the Melbourne campus.Ozarka College's fall semester will begin on August 15, but it is not too late to get registered for fall classes! The College is open Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. and staff members are available to assist you with completing an application for admissions, applying for financial aid, getting advised and registered for classes, enrolling in student service programs, and anything else to help you succeed.Ozarka College, committed to YOUR success. For more information, please call 870.368.2024 or email: admisssions@ozarka.edu. Additional information is also available at www.ozarka.edu. ![]()
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Martell Receives Jennings Memorial Scholarship
Krystle Martell, an Ozarka College general technology major from Mountain View, Arkansas, has received one of two Jean Jennings Memorial scholarships. Martell will receive $250 to be applied to the fall 2016 semester and another $250 for spring 2017.For more information about scholarship opportunities, please contact Suellen Davidson, Ozarka College director of advancement, by calling 870.368.2059.![]()
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Dearien Receives Stone County Community Resource Council Scholarship
Johnnie Dearien, an Ozarka College general education major from Timbo, Arkansas, has received one of nine Stone County Community Resource Council scholarships. Dearien will receive $250 to be applied to the fall 2016 semester and another $250 for spring 2017.For more information about scholarship opportunities, please contact Suellen Davidson, Ozarka College director of advancement, by calling 870.368.2059.![]()
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FNBC Bank To Sponsor Ozarka College's Sprint At The Spring 5k
FNBC Bank will once again be the presenting sponsor at the 2nd annual Ozarka College Sprint at the Spring 5K. This 5K run/walk is being hosted by the Ozarka College Foundation on Saturday, September 3, 2016, with all proceeds benefiting Ozarka College - Mammoth Spring. The race will begin at 7:30 a.m. in the Mammoth Spring State Park."We greatly appreciate all of the support we received at last year's first annual 5K and we're working really hard to make this year's event even better, " said James Spurlock, director of Ozarka College - Mammoth Spring. "One major change we have made is modifying and improving the race route. The safety of our runners is of upmost importance, and we want to keep their PR goals in mind as well. "Early registration fee is $20 and registration on race day will be $25. Participants of all skill levels are welcome at this fun event, regardless of speed. Prizes will be awarded to the overall top male and female finishers and medals will be awarded to the top three finishers in each age/gender category.Registrations can be completed online at: https://runsignup.com/Race/AR/MammothSpring/OzarkaCollegeMammothSpring5k or in person at Ozarka College - Mammoth Spring. For more information, please call James Spurlock at 870.625.0411 or email: jmspurlock@ozarka.edu ![]()
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History Of Performance Art And Practice Coming To Ozarka College - Mountain View
Ozarka College in Mountain View will offer an eight-week History of Performance Art and Practice continuing education course, beginning in September. Topics covered will include the history of performance art from the second half of the 20th Century through contemporary works in the 21st Century. This will be done through readings, videos of artists works and discussion.Students will be engaged in various exercises to prepare them to create and perform their own performance art pieces within the context of what they have learned from past performance works. The course runs from September 8 through October 26, meeting on Wednesdays, from 7:00 to 9:00 p.m.Course instructor will be John Chiaromonte and tuition is just $25.00 per student, $20.00 for Senior Citizens (ages 60 and up). Seating is limited, so please contact Lindsay Wilson-Galloway, Director of Ozarka College - Mountain View, to register today. Lindsay is available by phone at 870.269.5600 or email: lhgalloway@ozarka.edu![]()
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Ozarka College Announces North Central District Fair Queen Scholarship
Ozarka College is excited to announce a new scholarship opportunity! A $500 scholarship will be awarded to the winner of the 2016 North Central District Fair Queen Contest. The pageant will be held in the John E. Miller Auditorium on October 1, 2016 and is a preliminary to the Arkansas State Fair Queen Contest.The North Central Fair District is made up of Cleburne, Izard, Independence, Sharp, Fulton, Stone and Van Buren counties. For more information about the pageant, please call Kathryn Lamb at 870.291.5237. To acquire additional information about Ozarka College scholarship opportunities, please contact Suellen Davidson, Ozarka College director of advancement, at 870.368.2059 or email: sdavidson@ozarka.edu.![]()
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Paul Vitale To Speak At Welcome Back Event
Nationally renowned professional speaker and author, Paul Vitale, will share a message of empowerment and enthusiasm during the Welcome Back event at Ozarka College on August 25, 2016. Presenting to Ozarka students and staff, Vitale will challenge those in attendance to achieve maximum results and utilize their potential to the fullest.
There will be food and fun at each campus location from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., then Paul Vitale will speak in the auditorium of the John E. Miller Education Complex from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. All of these events are free of charge and limited transportation will be available from Ozarka College in Ash Flat, Mammoth Spring and Mountain View.
Please register for this event online at: http://bit.ly/2b3QlHn or contact Ozarka College TRIO by calling 870.368.2036. This event is being co-sponsored by TRIO and Student Services.
Well known for his enthusiasm and magnetic personality, Vitale, founder of Vital Communications, Inc., travels worldwide speaking to organizations about the importance of a positive attitude, a strong work ethic, and other vital concepts. His audiences benefit from the many seeds of heroism he has encountered during his travels and experiences with people from the corporate boardroom, to the classroom, and everywhere in between. During his high-energy presentation, Vitale will present ideas to captivate and inspire participants to thrive and excel in this constantly changing world.
Paul Vitale is a native of Arkansas. He has written the best sellers Are You Puzzled by the Puzzle of Life?, Sell With Confidence, Pass It On, and Discover the Now, along with several curriculums in use across the nation. Vitale's diverse client list includes the National Football League, Walmart, ESPN, the Los Angeles Rams, Southwest Airlines, Dole Hong Kong, the United States Chamber of Commerce, Tyson Foods, the Antiques Roadshow, United Way, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield, and the Arizona Cardinals. He has been featured on NBC, ABC, FOX, and the Minnesota Vikings Entertainment
Network, and is a regular guest on talk shows sharing his insight and life strategies. Vitale's expertise, enthusiasm, and ability to encourage people to exceed their potential have been described by his audiences as extraordinary. Additional information is available at www.paulvitale.com.![]()
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Son Lamb Tribute To Be Held At Ozarka College
A tribute to E.F. Son Lamb, a "Sonny Night in August," will take place on Friday, August 26, 2016 from 7:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at the John E. Miller Education Complex at Ozarka College in Melbourne, Arkansas. Son is a man who has supported, promoted and encouraged not only businesses in North Arkansas, but individuals as well. With his development of Channel 5, viewers in the local cable TV service area have been entertained while keeping up with local news and events.Presented in a "This Is Your Life" format, the stage will be set in Channel 5 style and moderated by Channel 5 alumni Jerry Blankenship and Eddie Creighton. Stories will be told by friends and relatives and music will be provided by popular area performers such as Sarah Jo Roark, Jerry Hopper, David Blankenship, Ed Cooper, Whitney King, Lindsey Browning, Dave Sharp, Ed Howard, Dean and Lillian Hutchins, Sandy Wilhite, and Roger Duren.This event is free to the public; however, donations will be accepted to go towards the establishment of a scholarship in Son's name. Once fully funded, the scholarship will be awarded to an area student attending Ozarka College. This is sure to be a memorable evening! For more information, please call Suellen Davidson, Ozarka College director of advancement, at 870.368.2059. ![]()
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