Owens Re-Engagement Office
Returning Students: Restart Your Academic Career at Owens
If you’ve previously attended Owens but have not attended courses in more than two consecutive semesters, you’ll be considered a returning student.
The Owens Re-Engagement Office is here to help former Owens students return to college and continue working toward their educational goals. Whether you stepped away for a few semesters or several years, our team can help you navigate the re-enrollment process, explore academic options, connect with campus resources and help create a plan for success.
We’re committed to making your return as smooth as possible so you can confidently restart your educational journey and move closer to earning your degree or certificate.
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How To Apply as a Returning Student
1. Submit Your Application
Complete a new admissions application and identify yourself as a returning student.
2. Reactivate Your Ozone Account
Ozone is your online student portal at Owens Community College, providing access to the resources and tools you need throughout your academic journey.
- Activate your Ozone account.
- Need assistance? Contact the IT Help Desk.
- New to Ozone? Watch the How to Use Ozone video for a quick, guided tour after logging in to the portal.
For the best experience, use Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox when accessing Ozone.
3. Submit Your Transcripts
As part of the readmission process at Owens, you may need to provide your high school diploma/GED transcripts and transcripts from any other college you have attended.
You can log in to your Workday account to review whether your high school and college transcripts have already been received.
If you have attended any other college since leaving Owens, you will need to submit official transcripts from each institution.
4. Review Your Academic Standing
You can view your registration status and review your academic transcript through your student account in Workday. The Re-Engagement Office is here to help you understand your current academic standing, navigate any outstanding requirements, and develop a personalized plan to get back on track toward your educational goals.
For additional support, Workday student reference guides and training materials are available through Ozone.
5. Pay for Your Courses
- Complete your FAFSA to apply for financial aid.
- View payment and refund details to learn about available payment options.
- Review tuition and fees for a complete breakdown of the upcoming semester.
- Contact Student Financial Services if you have questions.
Before You Register
- Navigate the re-enrollment process
- Resolve enrollment holds and registration issues
- Explore academic programs and goals
- Connect with advising, financial aid and other campus resources
- Create a plan for a successful return
After You Register
- Transition back to student life
- Develop strategies for academic success
- Connect with tutoring and support services
- Understand college policies and processes
- Stay on track toward degree or certificate completion
Our team is here to help make your return to Owens simple, smooth and successful.
Helpful Returning Students Resources
Fall 2026 Office Hours
- Monday-Thursday: 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
- Friday: 8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Please check the academic calendar and review the events calendar for dates when Owens offices are closed.
Re-Engagement Staff
We are excited to support your return and continued enrollment at Owens Community College.
- A photo ID is required to complete the check-in process.
- Please check in 10 minutes prior to your appointment.
- During peak times, same-day appointments may not be available. Call the Student Service Center at (567) 661-7777 to check availability.

Melissa Lentz
Director, Re-Engagement
Toledo-area Campus
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Yasmina Ahmad
Coordinator, Re-Engagement
Toledo-area Campus
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Re-Engagement Office
Phone: (567) 661-7777
Location: College Hall, Room 130, Toledo-area Campus
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