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Hi everyone, I’m looking for advice from anyone who has experience with OTC or community college policies.

I was taking an online summer course at OTC that was my final credit needed to graduate. The course started June 8 and ended August 1. I fell behind and missed some assignments for about 2 weeks, which I take responsibility for.

However, when I logged back in, I found out I had been administratively withdrawn from the course. I wasn’t sent a warning, email, or notification that I was at risk of being dropped. I only found out because I could no longer access the course materials.

I emailed my professor explaining the situation and asked if there was any possibility of being added back since this was my last required class before graduation and I’m starting a graduate program this fall. She told me she does not allow students back into her classes once they’ve been administratively withdrawn.

I understand that missing assignments is on me, but I’m wondering if anyone knows:

Is this normal procedure for OTC?
Are instructors required to give a warning before an administrative withdrawal?
Is there an appeal/review process?
Who should I contact besides the professor (advisor, department chair, etc.)?
Has anyone had luck getting reinstated or finding another solution?

I’m not trying to blame anyone. I’m just trying to figure out what options I have because this affects my graduation timeline.

Thanks!

Can anyone help me interpret a cord-cutting reading I recently had done?

Background: We started as acquaintances, and after getting to know each other for a while, I felt there might be something more between us. I decided to have an open and honest conversation with him and directly asked whether there was anything going on between us or if there was something he wanted to tell me. He completely sidestepped the question and never gave me a clear answer.

It’s now been a few years since I cut off contact, and I’m currently focused on my healing journey. While cleaning out my phone recently, I came across the video from the cord cutting ritual and became curious about having it interpreted more deeply.
Looking back, I also realize there may have been other women involved, although I never had concrete proof. We shared a lot of mutual connections, which made the whole situation feel more complicated and harder to fully move on from at the time.

Given that context, can anyone help me understand what this cord-cutting reading might be saying about the connection? I’m mostly just curious and interested in hearing different interpretations for fun😊

For the past year or so, I’ve had problems both receiving and sending mail. I live in an apartment, so maybe that’s part of it, but packages and letters frequently never show up. Most of the time, I end up tracking them down myself, calling USPS or FedEx, and either requesting redelivery or going to pick them up.

Sending mail hasn’t been much better. Even domestic mail can take anywhere from a week to several months to arrive. I’ve had items take 3-6 months to get delivered within the U.S.

I know USPS has been dealing with budget cuts, and I appreciate the hard-working carriers out there, but this feels way outside the norm. FedEx is a private company, so I’m not sure what their excuse is.

Is this just me, or have other people in Springfield been dealing with the same thing?

We’re heading back to Topsail the week of July 1st! We’ve been visiting pretty regularly for the last decade or so, but we haven’t made it down since last July. Looking for anything new, newly popular, or just those “don’t leave without doing this” spots we may have missed. We’ll be staying on the north end with our adult daughter, grandmother, and our dog.

We’re always up for:
- good coffee spots
- thrift shops / vintage antique stores
- new restaurants
- fun attractions or local things to do
- family friendly bars
- easy day trips

Would love recommendations from locals or longtime visitors. Especially anything that’s opened up or become a favorite over the past year!

Hey all!

I’m 22 yrs old and a new driver. I’m looking into getting the 2026 Subaru base or limited. My preferred color is the mahogany pearl. I like all of the features that the premium comes with including the safety features but it is more pricey than the base version.

I’m starting grad school in the fall and don’t really go out that much so I’ll probably will use it for going to and from school, grocery shopping, going to visit family 1-2 hrs away. With that being said what has been your experience with those two versions of the 26’ models, what would you recommend for me?

I’m thinking about leasing this car so I’ll have it at least for 3 years and this will also be my first car. I’ve wondered about waiting till July with the newer model and holidays coming around dealerships might be more eager to get these versions off the lot but idk. Please comment your tips, advice, suggestions. Thanks!

Hey everyone! I’m starting a book club and was wondering if there’s any place downtown that would be a good place to hold our meetings. It would have to be open past 8pm at least on weekdays and in short distance from MSU. Let me know if you have any suggestions. Thanks!

Hey all! I just graduated college and am interested in substitute teaching in the Springfield, MO area. I was wondering if anyone had any tips or advice especially when it comes to applying to be a substitute or the best schools to substitute teach at.
Thank you!

Hey SWMO screenwriters!!

I’m putting together a screenwriters group for sharing scripts and giving each other feedback. The idea is to create a supportive space where we can workshop ideas, improve our writing, and stay motivated!

If you’re interested, comment down below and I’ll send you a DM to the group chat.

Looking for part-time employment opportunities to fund my way into grad school.

What I'm looking for:
- Part-time (15+ hrs weekly)
- $15+ hrly
- Near or in Downtown/MSU’s Campus
- Flexible hours
- I have Mon/Wed Night and Morning availability and Tue/Thurs Morning and Afternoon availability along with Weekend and Holiday availability