From School to College

Over the past 40 years thousands of people have passed through the “Gates of Opportunity” at the College of the Ozarks to venture into the campus. The gatehouse, which was built in 1967 has prominently featured “School of the Ozarks,” carved into its limestone face. Presently, the gatehouse is receiving an update and will read “College of the Ozarks.” The School of the Ozarks was officially renamed College of the Ozarks in 1990. As such, such signage changes are appropriate. The title "School of the Ozarks" holds many dear memories to alumni, as well as long-time college friends. Although the gateway to the campus will be slightly different, the college still holds fast to the philosophy on which it was founded, hard-work. What made The School/College of the Ozarks successful will continue so that the visitors coming through the “Gates of Opportunity” witness something spectacular. And the old name plate has certainly not been discarded, but rather will be relocated so that it remains a permanent part of the campus.