Marion Technical College (MTC) is holding a QuickStart Open House and information session on Thursday, June 13, 2013. Organizers say this program is a great way for people to “test drive” MTC and college in general. It is free and open to anyone who is interested in college, but may be apprehensive. The QuickStart Open […]
Kids’ College Features New Offerings at OSUM
June 7, 2013 by
Area schools have wound down for the academic year and it won’t be long before the summer doldrums set in for central Ohio kids. A mindless multitude of hours watching television and playing the same video games over and over lead to the inevitable phrase, “Mom, I’m bored.” Ohio State Marion’s annual summer youth day […]
Nearly 300 Named to MTC Spring Dean’s List
June 4, 2013 by
Marion Technical College has named 293 full-time students to its 2013 Spring Term dean’s list. To qualify for the scholastic honor, a student must earn at least 3.5 out of a possible 4.0 academic average for the term and be enrolled at MTC as a full-time student. Part-time students (less than 12 credit hours) during […]
Marion Woman Talks of Overcoming Life’s Obstacles to Earn Degree
June 3, 2013 by
The following story was written by Wayne Rowe of Ohio State Marion Earning a college degree can be challenging at any age, but throw in the additional obstacles that come with being a mother and non-traditional student, working full-time, a diagnosis of diabetes, surviving a heart attack, open heart surgery and a kidney transplant, and […]
Over $245,000 in Scholarships Awarded to Local Students
May 16, 2013 by
Marion Community Foundation is proud to announce the recipients of its 2013 Scholarship Program awards — $245,260 in 133 scholarships awarded to 100 scholars. This total is an increase of more than $100,000 and nearly 20 scholarships from last year’s program, due to the ever increasing number of scholarship funds at Marion Community Foundation. The […]
Take the Official GED Practice Test for Free
May 1, 2013 by
Did you need to earn a GED? Do you think you have the skills necessary to pass the test? If you answered yes, here is your opportunity to find out if you do. The Marion Technical College ABLE program will be offering an opportunity to take the Official GED Practice Test at no charge. The […]
Elgin Plans Kindergarten Registration and Screening
April 24, 2013 by
Kindergarten screening has been scheduled for the new K-5 Elgin Elementary School. Kindergarten screening will be held in the gymnasium at Elgin High School on Friday, May 3 from 8:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. You are encouraged to call either current elementary school to register: Elgin West (740) 499-3277 or Elgin South (740) 494-2677. The […]
Open House Set to Show Off New Goodwill, Marion Tech Partnership
April 12, 2013 by
Marion Goodwill and Marion Technical College recently partnered to create an Education and Training Center. In addition to housing various training programs to help people find meaningful employment, the center is also the new home of the ABLE Program which helps those who did not graduate high school earn their diploma. The public is invited […]
Environmental College Scholarship Available
April 4, 2013 by
The Ohio Association of Litter Prevention and Recycling Professionals (OALPRP) is offering a $1,000 scholarship to a deserving student from Ohio. To qualify for the scholarship, a student must: Plan to enroll or currently be enrolled at an accredited Ohio college, university or technical school. Have declared or plan to declare a major relating to […]
OSU President to Visit Marion for Community Meeting on the Future of OSUM
March 25, 2013 by
Ohio State Marion is inviting the public to find out about future building plans, a new road, new majors, and even the recreational opportunities along a re-aligned creek on Friday, March 29, 2013 when Ohio State President, Dr. E. Gordon Gee visits Ohio State Marion. As Dr. Gee is updated on these major initiatives, the […]
