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Bookstore

The OTC Bookstore sells textbooks and supplies needed for classes. When purchasing textbooks and supplies, the student must bring their registration form and any necessary vouchers for payments. Book Buy Backs are held on selected days during final exam week. The dates are posted in all campus bulletin boards.

Counseling

The Office of Student Affairs offers counseling to all interested students. Students may obtain career counseling and guidance, personal counseling and/or assessment to assist them in identifying their abilities or occupational interests. Students are encouraged to seek assistance in selecting an occupation and the necessary training by contacting the Office of Student Affairs. All counseling sessions are confidential.

Food Service

Food and drink vending machines are located in the Eagle’s Nest Student Center. A concession stand, operated by the Arkansas Rehabilitation Services for Blind, is open daily in the Student Center from 7:30 – 3:00 p.m.

Health Care

Ouachita Technical College does not have an on-campus health-care clinic and, therefore, does not provide health-care services to its students or staff. It is the policy of the College to refer all health-care needs to available area agencies and the individual’s personal physician. All students born after January 1, 1957, must show proof of immunization against measles and rubella. Adequate records must be submitted to the Office of Student Affairs.

ID Cards

Picture ID cards are required for all students registered for classes at OTC and are obtained and updated in the library. Bring your printed schedule from the Business Office to the library to have your picture taken and your ID card made, or to have your card updated. Your initial card is free and must be updated with a semester sticker each subsequent semester you are enrolled. Cards will be made for all new students during registration periods and until the end of the second week of each semester. Returning students may have your cards updated any time as long as you have your printed schedule from the Business Office. Cost for replacement for lost cards and cards requested during times other than those listed above is $5.00.

Your ID card will contain your library barcode for checking out materials and is required if you wish to check out any library books and/or videos.

Library/Learning Resource Center

The Library/LRC provides access to information for all students, faculty, staff, and also community members in the surrounding area. A wealth of information can be found in books, magazines, newspapers, and via electronic media, including the Internet. The Library/LRC has online indexes for newspapers and magazines, online encyclopedias and full-text databases to meet the varied needs of our patrons.

The Library is open from 7:30 a.m. until 7:30 p.m. Monday through Thursday, and 7:30 a.m. until 4:30 p.m. on Friday during the Fall and Spring semesters. A schedule for Summer sessions and any changes that must be made to our regular schedule will be posted.

Lost and Found

Parking

Traffic signs are posted throughout the campus, and students are encouraged to familiarize themselves with the posted speed limits, directions, and parking areas. Parking permits are not required. However, a special permit, which must be displayed in the vehicle while it is parked on campus, is required to park in the handicapped zone.

Services for Students with Disabilities

The purpose of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) is to extend to people with disabilities civil rights similar to those now available on the basis of race, color, sex, national origin, and religion through the Civil Rights Act of 1964. It prohibits discrimination on the basis of disability in the private sector employment, services rendered by state and local governments, places of public accommodation, transportation, and telecommunications services.

It is the policy of Ouachita Technical College to accommodate students with disabilities, pursuant to federal and state laws. Services available to disabled students include, but are not limited to, personalized orientation to campus, assistance with course registration, special parking, assistance with class scheduling, tutoring, recording of lectures, reader service, special seating arrangements, interpreter services, recording of class lectures, physical access to educational and related facilities and personal counseling. The OTC campus is accessible to wheelchairs. Any student needing accommodations must contact the instructor at the beginning of the course or contact the Disability Counselor in the Office of Student Affairs. All students with disabilities are encouraged to contact the Office of Student Affairs for assistance and additional information on services.

Smoking/Tobacco Policy

The College is dedicated to the health and comfort of all employees and to those who wish to work and learn in a smoke- and tobacco-free environment. The use of tobacco in any form is prohibited in all buildings and within twenty-five (25) feet of any doorway. The Governor’s Policy Directive #15 (GPD-15, effective 07/01/04) prohibits smoking of any kind within 25 feet of any entrance to any building owned or operated by the State of Arkansas.

TRiO Student Support Services

TRIO Student Support Services program is designed to help qualified students enter and graduate from college. The goals are achieved through the following services: tutoring (personal and computer- aided); disability services; counseling (personal, career, and academic); cultural activities; and special events.

Tours and Visits

Tours and visits to the College campus, by groups and individuals, are always welcome. The Office of Student Affairs should be contacted to schedule tours or visits.