Photo By Lauren Renee Payne
The University Center at Ponca City
3D Printing, Lego Classes and So Much More!
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Story and Photos by Chelsea McConnell/Staff Writer
or many, the proverbial turning of the
calendar page at the end of each year can
leave us pondering the meaning of life and what comes next in our journey here on this little
green and blue speck called Earth. If you find
yourself looking for more, look no further than the University Center at Ponca City. 2022 is a
great time to consider leveling up by earning the
degree you’ve long thought about or adding extra credentials to the end of your name.
Located at 2800 N. 14th Street, the University Center (UC) offers over 60 degree programs from various colleges around the state of Oklahoma, including Associate, Bachelor’s and Master’s degree choices. The UC’s mission is to provide “opportunities for higher education and degrees through partnerships with accredited colleges and universities,” and their vision is “to be an essential higher-education center that promotes a well-educated community and provides a positive economic impact.” The UC strives to offer a school home that has convenience at heart when it comes
to its students. The UC’s Core Values are Accountability, Collaboration, Customer Service, Innovation, Integrity and Learning. Nontraditional education has been around for several years, with the UC celebrating 23 years this year. Since 1999, they’ve helped thousands of students earn their degrees. This semester, there are five senior nursing students in attendance that will graduate in May from Northwestern with their BSN, Bachelor of Science and Nursing. Staff at the UC are incredibly proud of these seniors. The BSN program takes two years, on average, for students to complete. Because the UC See UNIVERSITY Continued on page 36
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