LLCC has been graduating OTA students since 1999, and the class of 2023 has completed its educational journey! A pinning ceremony was conducted at the Trutter Center on Saturday, Dec. 9 to celebrate the six students who successfully completed the two-year occupational therapy assistant Associate of Applied Science (AAS) degree. The event was made even more special as the six graduates were surrounded by the love and support of over 100 family members and friends.

Next steps for the graduates include sitting for the National Board For Certification in Occupational Therapy exam leading to state licensure. Once licensed, these students officially join the occupational therapy profession dedicated to improving the lives of others since 1917.

Pictured left to right: Ashley Ware, Mellissa Starkey, Rylie Jagosh, Emma Brink, Brock Ripple and Katy Bollman.