We recently received an equipment donation from Judy Kent of Mountain View, Arkansas. Mrs. Kent donated several equipment items in support of Ozarka's new Skilled Trades program, specifically Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) training.  The equipment belonged to Mrs. Kent's late husband, Wes Kent.  Wes was a pastor who led teams of volunteers each summer to help build churches around the country. The teams specialized in installing HVAC ductwork in the new buildings.   Mrs. Kent's generous donation will be used to enhance Ozarka's HVAC training lab in the new technical center location in Mountain View.  

"We are grateful for Mrs. Kent's generosity, " said Dr. Josh Wilson, vice president of advancement. "Her generous gift will be a welcomed addition to the new skilled trades lab at the Mountain View Technical Center and represents a fine way to memorialize Wes and his life of service to others. "

The Mountain View Technical Center (MVTC) will open for the Fall 2024 semester and will offer technical certificates in Skilled Trades and Welding Technology. Driven by community and local industry needs, the new Skilled Trades certificate will focus on electrical, HVAC, plumbing, and construction training in preparation for high demand careers and seamless transition to apprenticeship and journeyman opportunities.    

Registration for classes at Ozarka College is now open. For more information on enrolling at the MVTC, contact the admissions office at 870.368.2300 or apply online at www.ozarka.edu. If you are interested in supporting Ozarka's technical education opportunities, there are many giving opportunities. Contact April Killian with the Ozarka College Foundation at 870.368.2059 or send an email to advancement@ozarka.edu.