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Omicron Tau Theta (OTT) is a national honorary professional graduate society in career and technical education. The society was established by Dr. Anthony G. Porreca in 1976 at the University of Tennessee to acknowledge the achievement of graduate students, professional educators, leaders in business, industry and government in career and technical education.
Omicron - Represented by the circle, signifies the cycle of
human resources in society. The circle of Omicron is the cycle of life,
including the Alpha and the Omega-- the beginning and the end. It is
human resources that are most valued to us as educators and are a
paramount resource in the world of work.
Tau - Represented by
the “T,” signifies the truth each of us must maintain when working with
learners. The value of “truth” within our decisions is of highest
importance. We must be true to the goal that vocational education must
provide equal opportunities for all people. No program of career
preparation should be assigned to a class of people because of their
handicaps, their backgrounds, or other unique characteristics that will
limit their horizons.
Theta - Represented by the circle and centered banner, signifies you, the individual. You are the Theta, who is needed to assure that Omicron, the cycle of human resources, and Tau, the maintenance of truth are assured for future generations.
Our goals are to:
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•foster a closer relationship among schools, government, business and industry, and members of society.
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•promote the benefits of vocational and technical education in relation to the individual, society and work.
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•assist and encourage members in their professional development and achievement.
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•encourage research in vocational and technical education.
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•acquaint members with the results and benefits of research.