• STUDENTS
  • PARENTS
  • ALUMNI
  • DUAL CREDIT
  • MYNC
  • SELF-SERVICE
  • CANVAS
  • SCHEDULE
  • DIRECTORY
  • s
Navarro
  • About Navarro

    Learn about Navarro’s rich
    history and what sets us apart

    Go to About ›
    In this section
    • NC at Glance
    • Navarro History
    • Our Mission
    • Leadership & Administration
    • Board of Trustees
    • Board Policy and Administrative Procedures
    Related Links
    • Office & Department Directory
    • College Events
    • College Tours
    • Our Locations
  • Admission

    There's a Bulldog in all us 
    Find your purpose at NC!

    Go to Admission ›
    In this section
    • Undergraduate Admissions
    • Visit NC
    • Military & Veterans
    • International
    • High School Programs
    • Registrar
    Related links
    • College Tours
    • Student Orientations
    • Transitions
    • Resources for Parents
    • Request Information
  • Cost & Aid

    Making your college education
    more affordable and accessible

    Go to Cost & Aid ›
    In this section
    • Applying for Financial Aid
    • Tuition & Fees
    • Scholarships
    • Payment Plan & Options
    • Forms & Resources
    Related Links
    • Business Office
    • Cashier's Office
    • CTE Success Center
    • TRiO Support Services
    • Higher Education Emergency Relief Funds (HEERF)
  • Degrees & Majors

    Explore our programs to learn 
    more about career opportunities

    Go to Degrees & Majors ›
    In this section
    • Program Finder
    • Academic Advising
    • Registration
    • Online Learning
    • Continuing Education
    Related links
    • Class Schedule
    • College Catalog
    • Academic Calendar
    • Libraries
    • Transfer Opportunities
  • Continuing Education

    Courses and programs to keep
    you well informed and up-to-date.

    Go to Continuing Education ›
    In this section
    • Allied Health and Medical
    • Professional Development
    • Career Training Programs
    • Online CE Courses
    Related links
    • CE classes for Protective Services
    • Adult Education
    • Youth Programs
  • Student Life

    Information about dining, activities,
    support services, recreation, and more

    Go to Student Life ›
    In this section
    • Student Activities Calendar
    • Support Services
    • Clubs & Organizations
    • Centers & Facilities
    • Housing & Residence Life
    • Health & Mental Wellness
    • Campus Safety & Parking
    Related links
    • Information Technology
    • Bulldog Life
    • NavarroNews
    • Fine Arts
    • Libraries
    • Phi Theta Kappa (PTK)
  • Athletics

    We know how to turn up the heat.
    Here at NC, Bulldogs just win.

    Athletics.NavarroCollege.edu
    Men's Sports
    • Baseball
    • Basketball
    • Football
    • ESPORTS (Co-Ed)
    • Cheerleading (Co-Ed)
    Women's Sports
    • Soccer
    • Softball
    • Volleyball
    • ESPORTS (Co-Ed)
    • Cheerleading (Co-Ed)
  • Quick Links

    Collection of popular website links
    for students and faculty

    More Quick Links ›
    In this section
    • Academic Calendar
    • Bookstore
    • Office & Department Directory
    • Class Schedule
    • Department of Campus Safety
    • Employment Opportunities
    • Contact Center (HelpDesk)
    • Student Handbook
    Related links
    • Cook Education Center
    • NC Foundation
    • Pearce Museum
    • Planetarium
    • Alumni Association
|
Navarro

  TOOLS & RESOURCES

MyNC LogoMyNC
Self Service IconSelf-Service
Email iconEmail
MyNC LogoCanvas
Resources iconStudent Resources
Contact Center iconContact Center
Library iconLibrary
Staff Directory iconStaff Directory
  • About
    • NC at Glance
    • Navarro History
    • Our Mission
    • Leadership & Administration
    • Board of Trustees
    • Board Policy and Administrative Procedures
  • Admission
    • Undergraduate Admissions
    • Visit NC
    • Military & Veterans
    • International
    • High School Programs
    • Registrar
  • Cost & Aid
    • Applying for Financial Aid
    • Tuition & Fees
    • Scholarships
    • Payment Plan & Options
    • Forms & Resources
  • Degrees & Majors
    • Program Finder
    • Academic Advising
    • Registration
    • Online Learning
    • Continuing Education
  • Continuing Education
    • Allied Health and Medical
    • Professional Development
    • Career Training Programs
    • Online CE Courses
  • Student Life
    • Student Activities Calendar
    • Support Services
    • Clubs & Organizations
    • Centers & Facilities
    • Housing & Residence Life
    • Health & Mental Wellness
    • Campus Safety & Parking
  • Athletics.NavarroCollege.edu
    • Baseball
    • Basketball
    • Football
    • ESPORTS (Co-Ed)
    • Cheerleading (Co-Ed)
  • More Quick Links
    • Academic Calendar
    • Bookstore
    • Office & Department Directory
    • Class Schedule
    • Department of Campus Safety
    • Employment Opportunities
    • Contact Center (HelpDesk)
    • Student Handbook
  • Home
  • /
  • Student Stories
  • /
  • The Navarro College Experience
  • /
  • Amanda Glassburner
  • /

IN THIS SECTION

  • Feature Stories
  • Alumni Association
  • Submit a Story
  • Stay Connected
  • Apply Today

 

MORE STORIES

  • Arts / Humanities / Communication
  • Business
  • Education
  • Health Sciences
  • Industry
  • Navarro College Experience
  • Protective / Human Services
  • Social / Behavioral Sciences
  • STEM

 

image of Amanda Glassburner

Amanda Glassburner, Class of 2005


Amanda Glassburner was born and raised in Tyler, Texas and graduated from TK Gorman High School. Before graduating high school, Amanda was deeply inspired by observing her grandmother’s occupational therapist. “I can do that,” Amanda said, and began researching Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) programs in Texas. Navarro College was one of the only two institutions to offer such a program, and with Corsicana being close to home and her family, Amanda decided it was an obvious choice. In 2005, Amanda graduated with her associate degree in occupational therapy to pursue a rewarding career as a certified occupation therapy assistant with an additional nationally-recognized OTA certification (NBCOT) to practice all across the United States.

Amanda’s passion for the well being of others and occupational therapy transcends any clinical or hospital setting – she has made it her mission to provide affordable, proactive care that caregivers can implement in the lives of pediatric and adult patients by creating the Therapy Busy Box. She hopes that the Therapy Busy Box “will help parents progress their children through many developmental milestones or give friends and families or caregivers the tools they need to engage with their loved one during their rehab journey, allowing them to become a part of the solution during a potentially difficult and sometimes helpless time.” Even as an alumni of 20 years, Amanda recalls the profound impact Navarro College made on her life through exceptional professors and curriculum along with a supportive learning environment. Amanda “especially appreciated the smaller class sizes, which allowed for easy access to my instructors and a more personalized education.” She continues, “My experience at NC reinforced the value of community, support, and strong relationships—principles that continue to guide me in my professional and personal life.” The proximity of Navarro College to her hometown of Lindale proved to be critical when she was made known of her mother’s breast cancer diagnosis: “It was an incredibly emotional and challenging time for me, but I was fortunate to have supportive professors who showed kindness and patience as I navigated both my studies and my family’s situation. Their understanding allowed me to stay focused on my education while also being there for my mom during her treatment.”

One of Amanda’s proudest accomplishments to date is winning the NBCOT COTA Impact Award in 2024. She states, “this recognition validated the hard work and dedication I’ve poured into my profession and Therapy Busy Box… it was an honor to be acknowledged.” Amanda and her business Therapy Busy Box was also featured in CBS News Texas during Stroke Awareness Month in May 2023, highlighting how the Busy Box has helped stroke survivors recover.

“My journey continues to be shaped by my dedication to helping others, personal growth, and embracing adventure, both in my professional and personal life,” says Amanda. Outside of her career, she enjoys marathon running, traveling with her husband, Brian, and spending time with their dog, Milo. She is currently working towards earning her Abbott Six Star Medal by completing the seven World Major Marathons. She is also frequently involved with Endure to Cure, a charity that supports children fighting cancer.

 

PLAY VIDEO

 

 

Page Updated: March 2025


Submit a story: If you are a graduate of Navarro College, we want to hear about your life after NC.  Let us know what you're doing and how Navarro College helped you get there. Share your details on this Story Submission Form for a chance to be included on our website.  We will follow up with you individually to develop a story that can be shared with students and other alumni.

 

 

 

 

 

Navarro Logo
Facebook Logo
Twitter Logo
Instagram Logo
YouTube Logo

Navarro College

3200 W. 7th Avenue

Corsicana, TX 75110

1-800-NAVARRO
CAMPUS
  • CAMPUS MAPS
  • STUDENT TOURS
  • ACADEMIC CALENDAR
  • EVENTS
  • BOOKSTORE
  • OFFICE DIRECTORY
RESOURCES
  • MYNC
  • OFFICE 365
  • SELF-SERVICE
  • CANVAS
  • STUDENT SERVICES
  • CONTACT CENTER
WEBSITE
  • WEBSITE LISTING
  • ACCESSIBILITY
  • DISCLAIMER
  • POLICIES
  • WEBMASTER
  • OPEN RECORDS
Navarro college
  • SACSCOC Accreditation
  • Institutional Resume
  • Financial Transparency
  • Title IX
  • Accessibility
  • Mental Health Resources
  • Courses/Syllabi/CV
  • Campus Safety
  • Employment

Navarro College is committed to providing a safe and nondiscriminatory employment and educational environment. The College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, religion, age, veteran status, or other status protected by the law in its programs, activities or in the content of employment. Inquiries regarding non-discrimination may be directed to the Title IX Coordinator or the Section 504/ADA Title II Coordinator at 3200 W. 7th Avenue, Corsicana, Texas 75110 OR 1-800-NAVARRO.

Copyright © 2025 Navarro College. All Rights Reserved.

©