College of the Ozarks hosts its annual Bobcat Days for prospective students (juniors and seniors in high school), transfer students, family members, and school counselors on Sept. 15 and 16.

College of the Ozarks hosted its annual Bobcat Days for prospective students (juniors and seniors in high school), transfer students, family members, and school counselors on Sept. 15 and 16.

Bobcat Days is a time for prospective students and their families to learn about the unique programs at College of the Ozarks—its mission, vision, and goals—and interact with faculty, student services, and to explore campus. Bobcat Days allows attendees to learn about the Christ–centered, liberal arts, debt-free education that College of the Ozarks provides.

The Bobcat Days itinerary for Sept. 15 and 16 included meeting staff, faculty, and administration; touring campus buildings and dorms; and visiting academic departments. This year’s event hosted approximately 380 students and 683 total guests including teachers, counselors, parents, siblings, and others.

This year’s event sees approximately 380 students and 683 total guests in attendance, including teachers, counselors, parents, siblings, and others.

“Bobcat Days is one of our favorite traditions,” said Kim Williams, director of admissions operations. “It’s a unique opportunity for prospective students to explore our campus in a single, action-packed day. While our office offers tours year-round, Bobcat Days brings the entire campus to life. Students can tour all residence halls, connect with staff members in one central location, and engage with faculty from departments across campus. It’s the perfect way to get a true feel for our community, our culture, and what it means to be a Bobcat.”

Serenity Porch, senior public relations major, reflects on the impact coming to Bobcat Days as a highschooler had on her.

“Bobcat Days was an opportunity for me to witness campus life prior to becoming a college student,” Porch said. “Through this experience, I was able to meet with students who were absolutely incredible and ask for their advice. I actually chose my major because of a student at Bobcat Days telling me about her experience as a public relations student.”