Owensboro Community and Technical College

Students attended a First Year Experience Focus Group to discuss and provide feedback on the First Year Experience (FYE) course for the Fall 17 semester.

The Dynamic Leadership Institute (DLI) of WKU-Owensboro is a three phase program designed to teach participants interpersonal skills, leadership dynamics, and career/professional development strategies. The program strives to enhance self-awareness regarding personal strengths and weaknesses; to create a better understanding of leadership and influence; to develop stronger leadership and interpersonal skills; and to sharpen participants' professional skills. ***Resume Development: Best practices for resume development are covered, including: completion of a resume organizer or professional inventory, choosing the proper resume format, highlighting your strengths in relation to a position description, selection of references, and other technical tips. Networking/Leadership Interview: Participants learn effective strategies for building a professional network, including: the "Why?", "How?", and "Where?" of networking, networking strategies for introverts, utilizing social media as a networking tool, developing an "elevator" pitch, and the art of making introductions. Participants conduct an interview with a community leader for the purpose of practicing their professional skills and building a professional network. Interviewing: Included in this session is an overview of interview preparation and best practices, including: research and preparation, appropriate dress, behaviors that are desired and ones that deter from the interview, the value of interview follow-up. Participants learn how to prepare for one-on-one and panel interviews formats through "hands-on" experience. Professional Growth Plan: Participants utilize assessments and exercises to develop a professional growth plan based on the strengths and weaknesses identified in previous sessions.

Students attended a presentation by OCTC faculty Dr. Timothy Dick and Dr. Court Lewis regarding the constitution and the human right to privacy.

Attended the question/answer forum with Dave Eggers, author of The Circle, the Fall 2017 OCTC Common Reading novel.

Rebecca Simon from Financial Aid will inform participants about the vast number of scholarships available and how to apply for them.

Everyone procrastinates, but deadline-driven procrastination differs from situational procrastination. In this TED Talk, we learn the difference.

Met with a transfer repre from Murray State University to discuss transfer opportunities.

Students attended the annual Hanging of the Green, sponsored by the Student Government Association.

Taking tests can be overwhelming for many people. Lindsey Greer will explain strategies on how to reduce anxiety while developing better test taking skills.

Dr. Andrea Borregard, Director of Financial Aid, will present an informational workshop on the variety of scholarships available and how to apply. Presented on November 9, 2017

Met with a representative from the University of Kentucky to discuss transfer opportunitites.

Students attended a presentation by Dr. Corie M. Martin, Director, Web Services & Digital Marketing at WKU, regarding social networking and the online identity. The event was sponsored by the OCTC Common Reading Committee.

The academic plan is your roadmap while at college. It is broken down into a variety of categories of courses that a student needs to complete in order to earn a degree. In this workshop, we will explain the various categories, clarify the types of courses that will fullfill the requirements, and demonstrate how to navigate the KCTCS Catalog.

Leadership is not a characteristic reserved for the extraordinary. Discover the leader within you! Hosted by Lindsey Greer

Students attended and participated in the OCTC/United Way Halloween fundraising event on the Main Campus. This annual event is a just one of the many ways Owensboro Community & Technical College faculty, staff and students give back to the Owensboro community.

Student attended the Manufacturing Month Celebration in OCTC's Advanced Technology Center. The Division of Professional and Technical Studies held a reception that celebrated Kentucky's Manufacturing Month. OCTC is proud to offer manufacturing programs to our students, the Owensboro community and the workforce.

Attended the Student Government Association's Fall Fling, held on OCTC's Main Campus. Fling is an event held each semester to help raise money for student organizations and clubs, as well as introduce different resources that are offered through OCTC.

Students attended the Dynamic Leadership Institute (Phase 2): Leadership Development, presented by David Powers, Career & Workforce Development Coordinator for Western Kentucky University Owensboro. This is a three phase process.

Did you know we have an Outside Classroom called the Nature Center? Explore the nature area with Dr. Micah Perkins from the OCTC Biology Department. October 18, 2017

Dreams require imagination, and goals require hard work. Learn how to stay motivated in the process. Presented on October 25 by Becky Hodskins

Rebecca Simon from the Financial Aid office will explain the various types of loans available to students. Presented October 19, 2017

Did you know we have an Outside Classroom called the Nature Center? Explore the nature area with Dr. Micah Perkins from the OCTC Biology Department. October 18, 2017

Attended the 4-Year College and University Transfer Fair sponsored by TRAC Central on the Main Campus, October 3, 2017. Representatives from over twelve different universities and colleges spoke with students about transfer opportunities.

We often think that being introverted is a bad thing. However, introverts bring extraordinary talents and abilities to the world. In this informational session, we will explore what it means to be introverted.

Nonverbal communication consists of things we do that send signals to other people about what we're like in that very moment of time. Studies show those same signals affect the way we think about ourselves. Learn how your body language sends message you may not be aware of to those around you.

Everyone always asks, "What do you want to be when you grow up?" but sometimes we don't know the answer, even as adults. Let Katie Ballard from TRAC Central help you explore career opportunities.

Student attended a Phi Theta Kappa sponosred Campus Diversity Forum regarding equality, inclusion and acceptance.

Licensed psychological practitioner and OCTC Professor of Psychology, Dr. Ed Morris, sees how learned helplessness impacts day-to-day life and learning. Students attended Dr. Morris' lecture regarding learned helplessness on Thursday, September 21.

Confused on how to use that fancy scientific calculator you had to buy for math class? Let Connie Booker show you some of its capabilities.

Students attended a pizza lunch with OCTC President Dr. Scott Williams, hosted by OCTC's Student Government Association. Dr. Williams discussed the many resources available to students, highlighted successful OCTC Alumni, and discussed the Work Ready KY Scholarship.