Following a rich background in the Peace Corps, as a probation officer with the State of New Jersey, and an activist for women’s issues and human rights, Dr. Karen L. Mitchell began her career with Ottawa University as a “grader” (teaching assistant) when OU-Kansas City was located on the Kansas City Country Club Plaza in 1975. She then became an instructor and worked her way through a number of positions, including office manager, director of marketing and public relations (KC campus), di

Several faculty members at The College were recognized in February for their teaching excellence and significant contributions to the institution. • Gloria Creed-Dikeogu - promoted to associate professor of library science. • Dr. Amy Hogan - promoted to associate professor of education and currently serving as interim dean of the School of Education. • Dr. Nikola Ristic - awarded tenure and promoted to associate professor of humanities. • Dr. Marylou DeWald - awarded tenure a

Ottawa University professors had the tables turned on them in September when they became students as part of the annual faculty symposium. Dr. John Wells, executive vice president at Mars Hill College in Mars Hill, North Carolina, kicked off the three-day symposium with his presentation, “Critical Engagement in Teaching and Learning.” After lunch, faculty members learned about generational poverty and millennial students before participating in breakout sessions. Kara Cunningham, as