College of the Ozarks is recognized as one of the 2025 Great Colleges to Work For by The Chronicle for Higher Education.
POINT LOOKOUT, MO — College of the Ozarks has been recognized as one of the 2025 Great Colleges to Work For by The Chronicle for Higher Education.
The Great Colleges to Work For program is designed to recognize colleges that have been successful in creating great workplaces. The program additionally researches to gain understanding of the factors, dynamics, and influences that have the most impact on organizational culture at higher education institutions. The 2025 program marked the 18th anniversary of The Great Colleges to Work For program.
College of the Ozarks received recognition in three categories, including recognition in the Mission and Pride category. This category evaluates the sense of pride and connection faculty and employees report regarding their affiliation with the institution.
The College also was recognized in the Job Satisfaction and Support as well as the Compensation and Benefits categories, which acknowledges the satisfaction with job fit, autonomy, and resources available for members of the organization.
“Working at College of the Ozarks has been one of the greatest joys,” said Chassidy Brittain, director of patriotic activities at College of the Ozarks. “I am surrounded by Christian colleagues who genuinely love our students and encourage one another along the way. That spirit of faith and community makes every day meaningful and reminds me why this is such a wonderful place to be.”
"This recognition is deeply meaningful because it comes from our own people, the faculty and staff who live out the mission of College of the Ozarks every day,” said Dr. Brad Johnson, president of College of the Ozarks. “Their dedication to our students and commitment to our Christ-centered vision make this an extraordinary place to work and serve. We are grateful to see that reflected in these honors."
To learn more about this nomination, please visit the Great Colleges to Work For website at https://greatcollegesprogram.com/list/colleges/College-of-the-Ozarks/.