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By Randy Rice | Special to McDonald County Reconnection Crowder College is a comprehensive community college situated in the beautiful Ozark region of Southwest Missouri. The college was founded in 1963 and is well respected in the community, state, and nation. "Providing educational opportunities to the citizens living in our area is key to a thriving economy," began Aaron Divine, Director of Crowder College McDonald County. "And, while education is our main goal, we also provide employment opportunities to those who want to live in the area." Crowder offers Associate of Arts, Associate of Science, and Associate of Applied Science degrees as well as certificates in over 80 programs. A short-term Transport Training program is offered as the college partners with many transportation companies to train drivers. Training at the Joplin Advanced Training and Technology Center is geared to get students into the workforce after completing one or two semester programs in Advanced Manufacturing, Computer IT, Drafting and Welding. The college also offers community and adult education programs. The majority of students come from the in-district and service areas, but out-of-state and international student enrollment continues to grow. The college also serves several thousand through customized training programs for business and industry and provides Adult Education and Family Literacy services for a large portion of the Southwest Missouri area. Instructional Centers, such as the one in McDonald County, are conveniently located throughout the service region with locations in Cassville, Nevada, Joplin ATTC and Webb City. The college also provides online opportunities for working adults to attend classes. "Education is a choice that should be available to everyone who wants to pursue it," Aaron said. Crowder College: A focus on the future OPEN ALL YEAR! Cave Tours | Museum | Gem Panning | & more! Noel, MO • 417-475-3666 • bluffdwellerscave.com 1451 BELLA VISTA WAY BELLA VISTA, AR 479-855-3053 7:30 A.M. - 5:00 P.M. MON - FRI 8:00 A.M. - 12:00 P.M. SAT CLOSED SUNDAY Supplies For Your Home Projects!!! We are your community hardware store 10 2023