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OCTC Offering AI for the Workplace course
Owensboro Community & Technical College (OCTC) is offering a new course focused on artificial intelligence (AI) as part of a pilot project with three other KCTCS colleges. Offered through the Computer & Information Technologies (CIT) program, this seco...
Jul 25, 2024, 3:53pm EDT
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Puzzle Pieces & OCTC launch Inclusive Circles, a Comprehensive Support Program for College Students with Autism
Puzzle Pieces and Owensboro Community & Technical College (OCTC) proudly announce the launch of Inclusive Circles, a transformative program designed to enhance the college experience and success of students with autism. Puzzle Pieces will collaborate ...
Jul 15, 2024, 3:48pm EDT
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OCTC Names Warren as VP of Advancement
Owensboro Community & Technical College (OCTC) has named Sydney Warren as the new Vice President of Advancement and Executive Director of the OCTC Foundation. The position became open after Dr. Mike Rodgers was selected as President of Wilkes Community...
Jul 10, 2024, 4:48pm EDT
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OCTC Foundation receives grant from Cargill for Motus Wildlife Tracking Student Engagement Project
The Owensboro Community and Technical College Foundation, Inc. is pleased to announce a grant award received from Cargill in support of the MOTUS Wildlife Tracking Student Engagement Project. This opportunity will allow a MOTUS wildlife tracking tower ...
Jul 3, 2024, 5:34pm EDT
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OCTC offering Explore Industry 4.0 Camps
Owensboro Community & Technical College's Workforce Solutions department is offering Explore Industry 4.0 Virtual Reality Camps. These free sessions will utilize VR equipment from our partners at zSpace, as well as allow students to experience programm...
Jun 26, 2024, 5:07pm EDT
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OCTC Express Enrollment Tuesdays
Owensboro Community & Technical College is offering students a one-stop enrollment opportunity on Tuesdays from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. through August 6. These one-stop events are designed for the busy adult learner juggling job and family responsibilities...
Jun 26, 2024, 3:34pm EDT
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Kentucky Dept. of Fish and Wildlife Band Geese at OCTC
Representatives from the Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife came to Owensboro Community & Technical College (OCTC) today to band the newer generations of geese that have hatched on campus. Bird banding is a very important technique for studying, ...
Jun 12, 2024, 12:30pm EDT
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OCTC's Surg Tech Programs Reaches Decade of 100% First-time Pass Rates
Owensboro Community & Technical College (OCTC) has an excellent, 10-month, Associate in Applied Science degree Surgical Technology program. OCTC program graduates have earned a 100% first-time pass rate for ten consecutive years on the national certifi...
Jun 12, 2024, 10:05am EDT
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OCTC Veterinary Technology Program Extends Program Admission Application Deadline
Owensboro Community and Technical College's (OCTC) Veterinary Technology program has extended its program application deadline to August 1, 2024. The only 2-year fully accredited veterinary technology program in Kentucky, OCTC's program has garnered ...
Jun 3, 2024, 9:00am EDT
OCTC Foundation receives generous gift to establish The Jeff and Tammy Rice Scholarship Endowment
The Owensboro Community and Technical College Foundation, Inc., is pleased to announce the creation of the Jeff and Tammy Rice Scholarship Fund. This fund will be a legacy to Jeff and Tammy Rice and support qualified students enrolled in certificate, d...
May 28, 2024, 8:00am EDT