OZARKS TECH STRATEGIC PLAN

Student Supports

Utilize student-centered design and a data-informed approach in all areas of the college to proactively and holistically meet the needs of students.

Student Engagement

Create a campus environment where students are able to engage and learn as a community.

Accessibility

Increase equitable access to college programs and services for citizens in the OTC service area.

TARGET

OUTCOME

TARGET

OUTCOME

OTC will be in the top 25th percentile in fall-to-fall retention rates, as compared to peer community college institutions.

Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

Operational Excellence

Strengthen OTC’s capacity through physical, virtual, and human resources to meet the needs of future programs and educational opportunities.

Innovation

Foster a culture of collaboration and innovation to further OTC’s mission.

Academic Excellence

Identify and support best practices in instruction to meet emerging academic needs and improve the student experience.

TARGET

OUTCOME

OTC will exceed the median performance on academic measures as compared to peer community college institutions. 

Source: Community College Survey of Student Engagement (CCSSE)

Workforce Development

Provide flexible and accessible opportunities for education and training in high-demand, high-wage occupations.

Community Engagement

Develop community partnerships to align education and supports with the diverse paths of OTC students.

Career Pipeline

Collaborate with industry and workforce partners to develop programs that meet economic needs in southwest Missouri.

TARGET

OUTCOME

OTC will increase the institution’s regional economic impact by 2028

Source: Economic Impact Study (EMSI)

STRATEGIC PLANNING COUNCIL

Abigail Benz

Dr. Abby Benz

Executive Vice Chancellor for Institutional and Student Success

CHANCELLOR’S CABINET

Rob Rector

Rob Rector

Executive Vice Chancellor of Administrative Services

Abigail Benz

Dr. Abby Benz

Executive Vice Chancellor for Institutional and Student Success

Amy Bacon

Amy Bacon

Chief of Staff/Executive Director of the OTC Foundation

STANDING MEMBERS

Matthew Hudson

Dr. Matt Hudson

Executive Dean – Career, Technical & Community Development

FACULTY MEMBERS

APPOINTED FOR TWO-YEAR TERMS

Rene Wade

Rene Wade

Technical Education Faculty Representative
July 2024 – June 2026

Jane Cowden

Jane Cowden

Arts, Sciences and Business Faculty Representative
July 2025 – June 2027

Dr. Chris Young

Dr. Chris Young

Health Sciences Faculty Representative
July 2025 – June 2027

Jane Cowden

Jane Cowden

Arts, Sciences and Business Faculty Representative
July 2025 – June 2027

Dr. Chris Young

Dr. Chris Young

Health Sciences Faculty Representative
July 2025 – June 2027

Dr. Chris Young

Dr. Chris Young

Health Sciences Faculty Representative
July 2025 – June 2027

ADMINISTRATION/STAFF MEMBERS

APPOINTED FOR TWO-YEAR TERMS

Colton Ross

Colten Ross

Staff Representative
July 2024 – June 2026

Evan Ray

Evan Ray

Campus/Center Representative
July 2024 – June 2026

Jessie Cook

Jessie Cook

Staff Representative
July 2025 – June 2027

Evan Ray

Evan Ray

Campus/Center Representative
July 2024 – June 2026

Jessie Cook

Jessie Cook

Staff Representative
July 2025 – June 2027

Jessie Cook

Jessie Cook

Staff Representative
July 2025 – June 2027

ADMINISTRATIVE SUPPORT