In November, Ottawa University partnered with Johnson County (KS) Community College to offer an affordable four-year college degree. OU extended its generous transfer policy to Johnson County Community College students for up to 80 credit hours – including the associate degree. The remaining upper division credit hours (junior and senior level) are taken at Ottawa University. Students who opt for this pathway are also eligible for a scholarship at Ottawa University to help complete their ba

Ottawa University is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Amy Browne Hogan as the new Dean of the School of Education. She has served as the Interim Dean of the School since last spring, following the departure of Dr. David Barnes. Hogan has extensive experience as a K-12 trained teacher, college professor and academic administrator. She originally came to Ottawa University in 2003 as an adjunct instructor while she was teaching in the Shawnee Mission Public School system. She worked in

In November, Ottawa University announced a new 100 percent online RNto- BSN Nursing Program, which began during the Spring II term. The program makes it easy for registered nurses (RN) to quickly and effectively earn their Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) through a series of online coursework. The program was designed for the practicing RN who has graduated from an accredited associate degree or diploma nursing program and wishes to complete a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN). The pro

When Billie Cruz walked across the stage to receive her diploma, it was one of the most memorable days in her life. Cruz was one of two OU-Online students awarded cash prizes for their winning essays in Ottawa University-Online’s first annual “Tell Us Your Story” contest. The money was to be used for travel expenses associated with attending one of OU’s five graduation ceremonies across the nation. Cruz walked on May 11 during OU-Arizona’s commencement ceremony at North Phoenix Bapt