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Owensboro Community & Technical College is a public, two-year, open admissions college accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges and is one of the sixteen colleges that make up the Kentucky Community & Technical College System (KCTCS). The college values innovation, is focused on student learning, and is responsive to economic trends.  

Most OCTC students are from the counties of Daviess, Ohio, Hancock and McLean in Kentucky, but many others travel from elsewhere in Kentucky and southern Indiana. 

These Merit pages are used to celebrate the successes of our students and will serve them as an online portfolio of achievements.

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Owensboro Community & Technical College is a public, two-year, open admissions college accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges and is one of the sixteen colleges that make up the Kentucky Community & Technical College System (KCTCS). The college values innovation, is focused on student learning, and is responsive to economic trends.  

Most OCTC students are from the counties of Daviess, Ohio, Hancock and McLean in Kentucky, but many others travel from elsewhere in Kentucky and southern Indiana. 

These Merit pages are used to celebrate the successes of our students and will serve them as an online portfolio of achievements.

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Dynamic Leadership Institute Phase 1: Personal Development

Students attended the Dynamic Leadership Institute (Phase 1): Personal Development, presented by David Powers, Career & Workforce Development Coordinator. This is a 3 phase process.
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Achievement (Other) - 2017 Feb 13

Annual Martin Luther King, Jr. Celebration

Students participated in Owensboro's Annual Martin Luther King, Jr. March, and attended the program honoring Dr. King. This event is sponsored by the local colleges and the Owensboro Human Relations Commission.
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Achievement (Other) - 2017 Jan 19

Participating in OCTC's NASA Rover Challenge

Students are recognized for participating in the NASA Rover Challenge.
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Achievement (Other) - 2017 Jan 17

Attended OCTC Library sponsored "How to Stop Anxiety" Presentation

Students attended a presentation by OCTC Counselor Dr. Joe Yazvack on "How to Stop Anxiety." This event was sponosored by the OCTC Library.
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Achievement (Other) - 2016 Dec 7

TRiO: Scholarships and How to Apply

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 30, 2016
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Achievement (Other) - 2016 Dec 1

TRiO: Exercises that Fit into Your Busy Schedule

Too busy to exercise? Think again. David Martin will explain how to incorporate exercises into a busy schedule. Presented on November 29, 2016
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Achievement (Other) - 2016 Dec 1

Dynamic Leadership Institute Phase 3: Career & Professional Development

Students attended the Dynamic Leadership Institute (Phase 3): Career & Professional Development. This is a 3 phase process.
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Achievement (Other) - 2016 Nov 28

Dynamic Leadership Institute Phase 2: Leadership Development

Students attended the Dynamic Leadership Institute (Phase 2): Leadership Development. This is a 3 phase process.
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Achievement (Other) - 2016 Nov 28

Dynamic Leadership Institute Phase 1: Personal Development

Students attended the Dynamic Leadership Institute (Phase 1): Personal Development. This is a 3 phase process.
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Achievement (Other) - 2016 Nov 28

SGA Annual Hanging of the Green

Students attended the Annual Hanging of the Green, sponsored by the Student Government Association.
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Achievement (Other) - 2016 Nov 28

Attended OCTC Library sponsored "Films on Demand" Workshop

Students attended workshop regarding "Films on Demand," to learn about the available resources offered in the OCTC Library.
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Achievement (Other) - 2016 Nov 28

Financial Literacy

Take charge of your finances. Learn how to save money and create a budget. Say "no" to debt! Presented on November 22, 2016 by Mary Bruner.
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Achievement (Other) - 2016 Nov 23

TRiO: Thriving in a Multicultural Environment

Building better relationships, creating harmony, and establishing better communication among groups will allow us to interact with, become more aware of, and become better educated about one another. Presented by Dr. Lewatis McNeal on November 17, 2016.
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Achievement (Other) - 2016 Nov 17

TRiO: Local Opportunities in Business

Participants will evaluate their strengths and see how those strengths can be marketable to some of the major employers within the area.
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Achievement (Other) - 2016 Nov 17

Strategies for Effective Time Management

It can seem that we have very little free time because we're juggling a variety of responsibilities. This session will provide a variety of ways to effectively use your time wisely. Presented by Lindsey Greer on November 11, 2016.
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Achievement (Other) - 2016 Nov 16

TRiO: Career Exploration

Everyone always asks, "What do you want to be when you grow up?" but sometimes we don't know the answer, even as adults. Katie Ballard from TRAC Central discusses how to explore career opportunities. Presented on November 15, 2016
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Achievement (Other) - 2016 Nov 16

Mastering Self Management

Students attended workshop on Mastering Self Management
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Achievement (Other) - 2016 Nov 14

RTW Workshop - Discovering Self-Motivation

Students attended workshop on discovering self-motivation.
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Achievement (Other) - 2016 Nov 14

RTW Workshop - Accepting Personal Responsibility

Students attended workshop on accepting personal responsibility.
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Achievement (Other) - 2016 Nov 14

Joint Admissions: How to Navigate Being in Two Places at Once

Representatives from Western Kentucky University will discuss how to become a joint admitted student at OCTC and WKU-O. Presented on November 9 and 10, 2016
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Achievement (Other) - 2016 Nov 10

TRiO: Manners and Etiquette for the Classroom & Business World

Manners and business etiquette set the standard of professionalism. Presented on November 10, 2016 by Dr. Stacy Edds-Ellis
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Achievement (Other) - 2016 Nov 10

Soft Skills for Success

Employers want their potential employees to have soft skills. Dr. Meredith Skaggs, Associate Professor of Communication, will explain soft skills and how we develop them. Presented on Nov. 9, 2016
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Achievement (Other) - 2016 Nov 10

TRiO: Exercises that Fit into Your Busy Schedule

Too busy to exercise? Think again. David Martin will explain how to incorporate exercises into a busy schedule.
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Achievement (Other) - 2016 Nov 7

Financial Literacy

Take charge of your finances. Learn how to save money and create a budget. Say "no" to debt! Presented on November 4, 2016 by Mary Bruner.
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Achievement (Other) - 2016 Nov 7

TRiO: Research Paper Writing Basics

Are your overwhelmed by the thought of writing a research paper? Learn the right way to tackle it. Presented on November 3, 2016 by Mary Bruner.
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Achievement (Other) - 2016 Nov 7

TRiO: Benefits of Volunteering

Help make a difference in your community by being a volunteer! Presented by Harry Pedigo from St. Benedict's Homeless Shelter on Nov. 1, 2016
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Achievement (Other) - 2016 Nov 2

TRiO: Speed Networking

David Powers from Western Kentucky University explains the art of networking -- how to interact with other people to exchange information and develop contacts. Presented on Nov. 1, 2016
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Achievement (Other) - 2016 Nov 1

TRiO: Substance Abuse Awareness

The abuse of alcohol and other drugs is unhealthy. This workshop will allow you to recognize the signs of substance abuse. Presented by Mary Kinney on October 31, 2016
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Achievement (Other) - 2016 Nov 1

TRiO: Creating the Perfect Resume

Learn tips on how to get your resume noticed when applying for a job. Presented on October 26, 2016, by Katie Ballard.
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Achievement (Other) - 2016 Oct 28

TRiO: Making Goals a Reality

Dreams require imagination and goals require hard work. Learn how to stay motivated in the process. Presented by Becky Hodskins on October 27, 2016
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Achievement (Other) - 2016 Oct 27
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