Chris Baker’s son, a US Marine, and Chris on the USS ESSEX. When Chris G. Baker enrolled at Otero Junior College (now Otero College) in 1980, he never imagined that the small rural campus in La Junta would one day …
The Otero Players will perform their production of Trap by Stephen Gregg on November 14 & 15 at 7:00 p.m. and on November 16 at 2:00 p.m. Admission to the production is free! The cast features a mixture of students, …
By Sarah Petramala Linsay Rosser-Sumpter, a proud alum of Wheatland High School, as of Oct. 3, has been officially inducted into the Wheatland Athletic Hall of Fame. This honor recognizes heroutstanding athletic achievements and lasting contributions to the sport of …
From the Arkansas Valley to Ivy League: Otero College Alumna Sarah Clem Inspires the Next Generation of Studentsby Dillon Martin La Junta, Colo. — Growing up on a farm just west of Rocky Ford, Sarah Clem never imagined her path …
Otero College is proud to announce that Baylee Stowers is the recipient of the Ashley Rochelle Abel Memorial Scholarship for the 2025-2026 Academic Year. This scholarship honors the memory of Ashley Rochelle Abel, an OJC student with a passion for …
Otero College is excited to announce the launch of a new Women’s Wrestling program, with competitions beginning in the Fall of 2026. The team will be coached by Brandon Coates, who has already begun the recruitment process. According to coach …
Community members and Otero College students are encouraged to audition for “Trap” – a thrilling play by Stephen Gregg. Those auditioning will red selected scenes from the script. Auditions will be held September 9th & 10th from 6:30-8:30pm at the …
Otero College Alumna Champions Community, Mental Health, and the Power of Small Beginnings Otero College is proud to spotlight alumna Jennifer Pollmiller, a shining example of how determination, connection, and a strong foundation can lead to profound impact. A graduate …
As we bid farewell to the summer months, student life returns to campus! While a few programs continue to hold classes during the summer semester, it is during the fall that we welcome students from around the world to take …
By Stephen Mathews Each year, members of Otero’s staff and faculty are recognized and honored for their hard work and determination to positively influence not only Otero College students, but their coworkers and surrounding communities. The recipients of the “Commitment …