Surgical Tech Student Achievements
Maijoy Wooten, Class of 2026
Owens Grad Wins National Surgical Tech Honors in First Year on the Job
Calling Owens an “elite training ground for the future of healthcare,” Wooten credits her professionalism and preparedness for the workplace with what she learned at Owens.
Cassandra Meggitt, Class of 2026
One Course Changed Everything for Cassandra Meggitt, Now She’s Finally Getting Her Moment
Cassandra Meggitt was certain she wanted to spend her life helping people, but she wasn’t sure what that looked like until she took an Interprofessional Education (IPE) course at Owens Community College and found the field of surgical technology.
Justine Bowser, Class of 2026
Outstanding Surgical Technology Graduate Justine Bowser Proves It’s Never Too Late to Return
When browsing the program list at Owens, Surgical Technology stood out to her. Preparing for her career in the lab at Owens gave her experience she couldn’t gain anywhere else.
Yasmine Firdous, Class of 2026
A Mission Trip Changed Everything for Outstanding Graduate Yasmine Firdous
Firdous said the support from instructors and the hands-on learning in open labs made a big difference in her experience at Owens.
Gracie Squires, Class of 2025
Owens Surgical Tech Grad Squires Makes Impact in Classroom, Community
Squires described her time at Owens as positive, thanks to the instructors. She found her true calling, a perfect fit for her career.
Jacey Lloyd and Tracey Recker, Class of 2024
Two Surgical Technology Students Recognized for Achievements
The Surgical Technology program at Owens Community College is proud to recognize two of its graduates for their educational excellence and leadership.
Hannah Beard, Class of 2024
Motivating Instructors Help Outstanding Graduate Succeed
Hannah Beard, this year’s Outstanding Surgical Technology Graduate, was motivated to be her best by her instructors.
Cara Johns and Alex Gauamis, Class of 2023
Owens Celebrates First Inductees to Surgical Technologists National Honor Society
Cara Johns and Alex Gauamis were the first Owens students to be inducted into the Association of Surgical Technologists (AST) National Honor Society.