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COTC Honors Alumni Award Winners

 Central Ohio Technical College (COTC) presented three alumni awards to graduates who have reached remarkable heights in their careers and shown extraordinary dedication to the communities they serve. Recipients of the Outstanding Alumni Award, Transitions Alumni Award and John C. “Jay” Barker Community Service Alumni Award were announced on Dec. 4 at the college’s annual alumni holiday celebration. Outstanding Alumni …

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COTC Helping Veterans Build Their Next Chapter

Each Veterans Day, our nation pauses to honor the courage and sacrifice of those who have worn the uniform in defense of our freedoms. At Central Ohio Technical College (COTC), that spirit of gratitude extends beyond a single day. Our institution’s year-round commitment to military and veteran students helps them achieve their educational and professional goals. Dedicated advisors help arrange …

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COTC Recognizes Legends of Loyalty Award Winners

NEWARK, OHIO, SEPT. 26, 2025 — Central Ohio Technical College (COTC) President John M. Berry, PhD, presented the prestigious Legends of Loyalty award to four extraordinary, deserving recipients. In 2011, the Office of the President established the Legends of Loyalty award, which it bestows at the annual Legacy and Leadership Dinner. The award honors individuals who have, over the years, made a significant …

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COTC Announces Summer Semester 2025 Honors Lists

 Central Ohio Technical College (COTC) has released the President’s Honors List and the Honors List for summer semester 2025 to recognize students who demonstrate outstanding academic achievement. Only students who have granted COTC permission to release their names to the public are listed. President’s Honors List To qualify, students must earn a grade point average (GPA) of 4.0 and have …

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COTC and Ohio State Newark Announce Creative Clothing Distribution Program

NEWARK, OHIO, AUG. 28, 2025 — Central Ohio Technical College (COTC) and The Ohio State University at Newark have collaborated with Licking/Knox Goodwill Industries on a creative program that provides professional clothing to job-seeking students. As a part of the partnership, Goodwill supplies vouchers that COTC and Ohio State Newark students can use to purchase attire for job interviews, career fairs, academic …

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Asif Khan Honored with Julius S. and Joette Greenstein Award

Central Ohio Technical College (COTC) President John M. Berry, PhD, and The Ohio State University at Newark Dean and Director Matt Smith, PhD, presented the prestigious Julius S. and Joette Greenstein Award to Asif Khan. The Greenstein Award is given annually to a staff member, faculty member or administrator of COTC and/or Ohio State Newark. Its recipients are honored for …

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COTC, Ohio State Newark to Host 25th Anniversary Independence Day Celebration

The Gilbert Reese Family Foundation, Central Ohio Technical College (COTC), The Ohio State University at Newark and community sponsors invite you to the 25th anniversary Independence Day Concert and Fireworks celebration. This summer shindig will take place Thursday, July 3 from 5-11 p.m. on the schools’ shared campus in Newark. Admission and parking are free. Join us for a spectacular …

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COTC Commends Graduates at Spring Commencement Ceremony

NEWARK, OHIO, MAY 9, 2025 — Central Ohio Technical College (COTC) hosted commencement on May 2, celebrating 360 graduates who completed their degree and/or certificate requirements in the spring 2025 semester. “This is by far our largest class coming out of COVID,” said COTC President John M. Berry, PhD. COTC Provost Greg Ferenchak, EdD, and President Berry opened the ceremony by encouraging …

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COTC gives update on Coshocton Campus

For more than 50 years, Central Ohio Technical College (COTC) has been committed to its mission of meeting the technical education and training needs of students and employers in Licking, Knox and Coshocton counties.  The college began offering classes at Coshocton High School in 1977. In 1986, COTC solidified a partnership with the Coshocton County Joint Vocational School to have …

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COTC President John M. Berry, PhD, Receives Career Achievement Award from The Ohio State University

Central Ohio Technical College (COTC) President John M. Berry, PhD, was one of two recipients of The Ohio State University’s Career Achievement Award, which honors alumni who have made outstanding contributions to their professions and a difference in the lives of others. The emphasis of this award is on teaching, mentoring, and sharing their skills and talents with others in …

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