969 Latino students select Owens to pursue educational opportunities
PERRYSBURG TOWNSHIP, Jan 26, 2009: Owens Community College has announced a record-breaking 21,707 students choosing to attend the academic institution for Spring Semester classes on the Toledo-area and Findlay-area campuses.
The College’s ethnicity/race student enrollment also continues to increase. For Spring Semester, Latino enrollment has recorded an 18 percent increase, with 969 students attending classes compared to 819 during spring term 2008.
“Owens Community College is proud to play an important role in helping students reach their career and academic goals,” said Dr. Bill Ivoska, Owens Vice President of Student Services. “Our mission is to ensure that access to higher education is a reality for all area residents.
“A college education can open many doors to a future full of endless possibilities. Owens Community College is committed to eliminating any potential barriers that may exist and providing the necessary tools and resources for individuals to achieve educational attainment and become tomorrow’s societal leaders.”
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