Otero’s MLT Program Once Again Made the Cell Bowl Competition Playoffs

The Medical Laboratory Technician Program competed in a Cell Bowl sponsored by the American Society of Clinical Pathologists. This is a national tournament between 38 teams of both bachelor’s degree (Medical Laboratory Scientist) and associate’s degree (Medical Laboratory Technician) programs from across the US. The object of the competition is to achieve the highest cell quiz score by identifying hematological blood cells. The goal is to have fun while preparing for the ASCP Board exams and learning cell identification.

Otero’s MLT Program once again made the playoffs as one of 12 teams. The contest consisted of 6 rounds and the Otero program made it to the 5th round. Unfortunately, they were eliminated during this round, but Otero made a strong showing and should be commended. Please congratulate these MLT students on a job well done.

Angela Tarrant, MLT Program Director, says this is a great opportunity to showcase the excellent program at Otero College. If anyone is interested in the medical laboratory technician or the phlebotomy program, we will be registering for spring classes soon. Please contact Angela Tarrant at angela.tarrant@otero.edu or call 719-384-6813. This is a fantastic time to consider a career in diagnostic lab work, where skilled professionals are in high demand!

The team members are 1st year students, L to R: Keanna Grubb, Aubrey Gonzales, Kinga
Mrozowska, Alicia Alcott, Brianna Jara, ReAnn Rocha, Shantell Lucero. Coaches: Catherine Bollacker and Angela Tarrant, Bottom picture: 2nd year students: L to R: Britt Smith, Makayla Martellaro, Sunshine Sanders, Katelynn Romero, and Athan Martin.