Owensboro Community and Technical College

Students attended Faithfest with OCTC's Dr. Court Lewis, of Court & the Jesters.

We may meet people every day who are helpless and hopeless, some with thoughts of suicide. Students attended a presentatiion about learning how to recognize the warning signs that everyone should know, how to ask the "suicide" question, how to find local resources, how to keep the person at risk safe and get them help. Taught by a US Army suicide intervention Master trainer and veteran. Sponsored by OCTC Common Reading.

Students attended a session on how to locate healthy relationships, how to avoid unhealthy relationships (both intimate and professional), and learn practical behaviors for dealing with negative individuals.

Students attended an OCTC faculty led presentation titled: Time Management: Tracking & Analyzing Time.

Students attended a workshop with Dr. Jim Glenn regarding personal finance and managing money.

Students created a vision board that displays what they value and what their goals are in areas such as relationships, career and finances, home, travel, personal growth, and health. The purpose of the vision board is to bring everything on it to life.

Attended a student discussion with OCTC President Dr. Scott Williams. Sponsored by the OCTC Student Government Association (SGA).

We Are Called to Rise, by Laura McBride, is the Fall '19 Common Reading novel. The novel is set in Las Vegas, Nevada and follows four divergent narrators with interwoven plot lines. The characters include CASA workers, a young veteran with PTSD, a divorcee, and an immigrant family. The central cataclysmic event in the novel was inspired by a real life event the author only knew of, but was deeply affected by, and used it as a catalyst for this fictional novel. Students attended a presentation by Ms. McBride on OCTC's Main Campus.

Attended the 4-Year College and University Transfer Fair sponsored by OCTC's Pathfinder Den on the Main Campus, October 1, 2019. Representatives from over twelve different universities and colleges spoke with students about transfer opportunities.

Students will understand the importance of following the guidelines of the specific academic plans to ensure they are completing classes that fulfill degree requirements.

Participants were able to relax, unwind, and be creative with a painting session.

Students attended the FESTO Training Demonstration & Manufacturing Careers Presentation on OCTC's Downtown Campus in the Innovation Lab.

Students attended a presentation sponsored by OCTC's Counseling Center titled "Aubrey's Song." The presentation covered eating disorders, increasing healthy body image and local resources for those in need. The session included a nutritionist that covered healthy lifestyle habits and warning signs. This event is designed educate, endorse treatment, and promote prevention of unhealthy behaviors concerning food.

The Owensboro Community and Technical College (OCTC) Common Reading selection for the fall 2019 semester is, We Are Called to Rise, by Laura McBride. The novel is set in Las Vegas, Nevada and follows four divergent narrators with interwoven plot lines. The characters include CASA workers, a young veteran with PTSD, a divorcee, and an immigrant family. The central cataclysmic event in the novel was inspired by a real life event the author only knew of, but was deeply affected by, and used it as a catalyst for this fictional novel. One of the events related events include identical presentations from local Court Appointed Special Advocates for Children (CASA) on "The Power of One Caring Adult to Build Resilience" on Monday, September 16, and on Thursday, September 19, both at 11 a.m. and in OCTC's Advanced Technology Center's Chandler Conference Center (ATC 107). In conjunction with the presentations the college is accepting donations for CASA for children at the events. Donations sought would be appropriate for those children who have been experiencing a crisis. These include handwritten notes of encouragement, or new stuffed animals. Other items might include packaged small toys such as: earbuds, coloring books, crayons, or lego kits. Donations may be brought to the CASA presentations or to OCTC by October 21, 2019. For more information about CASA please visit casaov.gov. The author of We Are Called to Rise, Laura McBride, will visit OCTC on Thursday, October 3 in Blandford Lecture Hall to do a presentation and book signing. Blandford Lecture Hall is located in the Humanities building at 4800 New Hartford Road, Owensboro. All OCTC Common Read events are free and open to the public. We Are Called to Rise is available at the OCTC Bookstore. For more information about the OCTC Common Read program please contact tonya.northenor@kctcs.edu. To keep up with pertinent Common Read events follow facebook.com/octc.commonread

OCTC's Associate Professor of Sociology Chad Gesser, Executive Director of the Hager Educational Foundation Keith Sanders, and Partnership Specialist with the U.S. Census Bureau Molly McCarroll presented on the importance of completing the Census and its relationship to the U.S. Constitution. Students attended the session in honor of the annual Constitution Day celebration.

Students attended a session hosted by OCTC's Nature Commitee. Dr. Micah Perkins talked with students about monarch butterflies and the tag and release process that takes place each fall.

Students attended a presentation sponsored by the Teaching & Learning Center titled "Managing Test Anxiety."

Students attended a presentation sponsored by the Teaching & Learning Center titled "How to Improve your Time Mangement Skills."

Managing one's time is not as easy as it sounds. A day planner can be an essential tool because it allows a place to keep short-term and long-term schedules. Learning to effectively use a planner can benefit students because they can remember their responsibilities, manage their time, stay organized, and plan. Students who attended this workshop received an academic planner and were instructed on how to make the most of using it.

Members heard from a panel of faculty members about faculty expectations, the importance of being engaged in class, and how to self-advocate. Following the panel, members heard from Becky Hodskins concerning what it means to be a member of TRiO Student Support Services and the various services and opportunities available to members. Lindsey Greer provided a list of important academic dates relating to financial aid and registering for next semester.

Student attended a mental health presentation - "Alcoholism, Warning Signs, Disease Prevention & Local Resources," sponsored by OCTC's Counseling Center. Kristin Gedney spoke about the effects of alcoholism, warning signs, and resources to help get you back on track.

Attended OCTC's Student Fest Fall '19 event held on OCTC's Main Campus. Students were able to explore different services provided by OCTC, as well as talk with representatives from community organizations that provide resources to OCTC students.

Students received valuable information regarding available semester activities and events and also academic resources, such as an advising syllabus and a college lingo handout. Additionally, virtual reality software was demonstrated as another available tool used to assist students in learning various concepts, exploring careers, and as a means of relaxation

Managing one's time is not as easy as it sounds. A day planner can be an essential tool because it allows a place to keep short-term and long-term schedules. Learning to effectively use a planner can benefit students because they can remember their responsibilities, manage their time, stay organized, and plan. Students who attended this workshop received an academic planner and were instructed on how to make the most of using it.

By attending this multicultural event on August 17, 2019, students were able to visit over 30 informative booths representing various cultures and heritages, witness numerous demonstrations and live entertainment, as well as try different food.

Students attended OCTC's Pathfinder Day - a new student orientation day held on OCTC's Main Campus. New students were able to find their classes, visit the cyber center, have their student ID made, explore the campus and much more in one family-friendly fun day!

Student attended th OCTC/United Way Chili Cook-Off event on the Main Campus.

Each year the Owensboro Rotary Club recognizes outstanding local high school and college graduates through the Larry Hager Award. Ms. Kaylee Meador was selected as the 2018-19 graduate at a special Rotary Awards Luncheon this month. The award is based on the following qualities: Good character, good citizenship, participation in worthwhile activities, wholesome influence on others. Compassion, concern, and action for others: SERVICE ABOVE SELF. A scholastic record reflecting earnest effort and consistent progre

Students attended the Celebration of the History and Creation of OCTC's Virginia Miles Nature Center. Featuring Dr. Kit Gallagher and her new book, "Creating an Outdoor Classroom Wildlife Refuge at Owensboro Community and Techinal College" on April 9, 2019.

Students attended the "I Ask" event covering Sexual Assault Awareness on April 11, 2019.