The Veterans Upward Bound Programs hosts many events throughout the semester. Can’t make
it? Prefer a virtual option? Many workshops are offered one-on-one or online via Canvas or Zoom. Speak to a VUB staff
member by calling (417) 447-7840 or email vub@otc.edu.
February 2025
Blood Drive
WHEN: Feb 11 – 9am – 3pm
WHERE: Springfield Campus IC Atrium
Receive a gift card from VUB for donating at the Ozarks Tech Blood Drive! Stop by after you donate to receive your prize.
Art Workshop
WHEN: FEB 12 – 13 – 9am – 2pm
WHERE: Brooks Conference Room (ICW 219P)
Meet us in Brooks Conference Room to create a masterpiece! This a come and go event.
National Trio Day
WHEN: FEB 25 – 8 AM – 5 PM
WHERE: VUB Lab (ICW217)
Celebrate the work of TRIO programs – like TRIO Veterans Upward Bound! There will be food!
March 2025
MSU Tour
WHEN: MARCH 27 – Tentative
WHERE: Missouri State University
Join us for a tour of Missouri State University! We will meet at the welcome center at the start of the tour.
RSVP Information Coming Soon
Career Services Workshop
WHEN: March 13th 9-10 am & 2-3 pm
WHERE: Ozarks Tech Career Center
Come learn what Ozarks Tech Career Services has to offer!
April 2025
Scholarship Day
WHEN:
- APRIL 9th – 10:30 – 11:30 AM
- APRIL 10th – 1:30 – 2:30 PM
WHERE: Brooks Conference Room (ICW 219P)
Come by Brooks Conference Room to learn how to write a winning scholarship essay!
RSVP Information Coming Soon
Springfield Cardinals Game
WHEN: April 17th, 6:35 pm
WHERE: Hammons Field
Let’s head out to the ballpark to support our minor league team! Tickets/food provided by VUB!
RSVP REQUIRED – Information Coming Soon
May 2025
U of A Tour & Art Museum Visit
WHEN: MAY 2 – All Day
WHERE: University of Arkansas and Crystal Bridges
Visit the University of Arkansas and Crystal Bridges! Meals & transportation provided.
RSVP Information Coming Soon
Study Day
WHEN: MAY 9 – 8 AM – 5 PM
WHERE: VUB Lab (ICW217)
Swing by the VUB lab for food and focus – a perfect place to study for finals