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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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OCTC Spring 2025 Career Fair

Student attended OCTC Spring 2025 Career Fair.
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Business/professional - Mar 27

OCTC/ELC Career Fair 2023

Students participated in a ELC sponsored Career Fair to learn about new job opportunities with local employers who are searching for the skilled talent to fit their ever changing needs Over 40 employers showcased hiring opportunities for part-time and full-time jobs to accomodate student work/life balance; so you can work while going to school.
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Business/professional - 2023 Nov 28

ELC Workshop: Exam Study Preparation SPR 23

Students attended an engaging face to face workshop covering tips and practice techniques to support students as they prepare to face the challenges of finishing their classes successfully.
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Business/professional - 2023 Apr 19

ELC Workshop: Interview Preparation and Practice SPR 23

Students attended an engaging face to face workshop covering information on the different types of job interview formats, learn interview practice techniques, as well as craft and practice answers to common interview questions they may encounter.
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Business/professional - 2023 Mar 17

ELC Meeting

Students attended an ELC meeting
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Business/professional - 2023 Mar 13

ELC Workshop: Am I Job Ready - Fall 2022

Students attended a virtual workshop to learn how to use the Am I Job Ready platform (which features soft skill assessments, career skills training videos and employee engagement tools) to help them measure and develop the skills that will make them more employable.
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Business/professional - 2022 Nov 21

Spring '22 Handshake Overview & Sign-Up

Students participated in a learning session led by the ELC Team. After attending this session, students were able to create a profile for searching prospective employment options. This session was facilitated by the Experiential Learning Center Success Coaches.
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Business/professional - 2022 Jan 24

Fall 21' Avoiding Credit Card Debt

Students participated in a workshop led by an ELC Success Coach to gain awareness and tactics to avoid credit card debt. The workshop provided education, skills and planning for student financial success.
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Business/professional - 2021 Nov 19

Fall 21' Financial Literacy and Budget like a Pro

Students participated in a presentation to offer Financial Literacy information in preparation for their success today and in their future endeavors as graduates. The session was led by an ELC Success Coach and had a guest speaker from a local Financial Advisor who discussed steps to Budget like a pro and learn rock solid savings strategies.
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Business/professional - 2021 Nov 12

Fall 21' Accessing Banking Services While In College

Students attended a virtual session with information and tips for Banking as a college student. This event was hosted by an Experiential Learning Success Coach.
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Business/professional - 2021 Oct 27

Fall '21 Handshake Overview & Sign-Up

Students participated in a virtual learning session led by a Relationship Manager from the Handshake Career Placement Platform. After attending this session, students were able to create a profile for searching prospective employment options. This session was facilitated by the Experiential Learning Center Coordinator.
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Business/professional - 2021 Oct 22

Personal SWOT Analysis

Students attended an event led by an Experiential Learning Success Coach to assist them in completing a personal Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities and Threats analysis.
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Business/professional - 2021 Oct 6

Introduction to the ELC - Fall 2021

Students were introduced to the Experiential Learning Center (ELC) by an ELC Success Coach. Students were introduced to the ELC Team and learned about services offered. Resume building, Internships, Job Shadowing Opportunities and other Career Building steps to future success.
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Business/professional - 2021 Sep 17

ELC Workshop: Interview Prep - Spring 2021

Students attended a virtual workshop to learn best practices and resources that will help them prepare for an interview.
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Business/professional - 2021 May 17

ELC Workshop: Interview Practice - Spring 2021

Students attended a virtual workshop to explore different types of job interview formats, learn interview practice techniques, and listen to sample interview questions/answers.
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Business/professional - 2021 May 17

ELC Workshop: Am I Job Ready - Spring 2021

Students attended a virtual workshop to learn how to use the Am I Job Ready platform (which features soft skill assessments, career skills training videos and employee engagement tools) to help them measure and develop the skills that will make them more employable.
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Business/professional - 2021 May 17

ELC Workshop: Accessing Banking Services While in College - Spring 2021

Students attended a workshop to learn more about finding banks that fit their personal and financial needs as well as things to consider when planning for their financial future.
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Business/professional - 2021 May 17

Transitioning to Post-College Life

Students participated in a workshop geared toward preparing for life after graduation. An ELC Success Coach shared, "Relevant Experience & Applied Learning" (R.E.A.L.) for success transitioning into life as a working professional. Real world survival skills for the graduate!
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Business/professional - 2021 Apr 15

2021 Developing and Following a Budget

Students viewed a presentation by an ELC Success Coach giving fundamentals for financial success.
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Business/professional - 2021 Apr 2

2021 Financial Literacy Overview

Experiential Learning Center Success Coaches led a workshop with foundational information for student financial literacy. These skills provide basic framework for financial success.
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Business/professional - 2021 Mar 4

2021 Resume Development Workshop

Students participated in a workshop led by an Experiential Learning Center Success Coach. Resume skills and best practices to get noticed by recruiters and hiring managers were demonstrated.
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Business/professional - 2021 Mar 4

Avoiding Credit Card Debt 2021

Students participated in a workshop led by an ELC Success Coach to gain awareness and tactics to avoid credit card debt. The workshop provided education, skills and planning for student financial success.
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Business/professional - 2021 Mar 4

Purple Briefcase Overview and Sign-up Event Spring 2021

An Experiential Learning Center Success Coach led students through an introduction to the Purple Briefcase Career Platform. Students were coached through the set up of their personal profile and given an overview of this multi-faceted tool for career development and success.
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Business/professional - 2021 Feb 10

ELC Workshop: Am I Job Ready?

Soft skills play a huge part in your success in the workplace. Am I Job Ready? features soft skills assessments, career skills training videos, and employee engagement tools to help you measure and develop the skills that matter most. Students attended this session to learn more about why soft skills matter and check out how to utilize the Am I Job Ready? platform to close the skills gap and become more employable.
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Business/professional - 2020 Dec 8

Avoiding Credit Card Debt

Students participated in a workshop led by an ELC Success Coach to gain awareness and tactics to avoid credit card debt. The workshop provided education, skills and planning for student financial success.
Owensboro Community and Technical College’s logo
Business/professional - 2020 Dec 3

Personal SWOT Analysis

Students attended an event led by an Experiential Learning Success Coach to assist them in completing a personal Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities and Threats analysis.
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Business/professional - 2020 Nov 10

Financial Literacy Overview

Students attended an event led by an Experiential Learning Center Success Coach to develop knowledge of basic financial concepts.
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Business/professional - 2020 Nov 10

Career Exploration Via SIGI - 3

Students used the, SIGI - 3 (System of Interactive Guidance and Information) tool for career planning. Students explore a range of options based on their personal choices through self-assessment.
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Business/professional - 2020 Oct 26

ELC Workshop/Developing and Following a Budget

Students attended a workshop on following a budget. ELC Success Coach, Rosa Richards gave a presentation on budgeting.
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Business/professional - 2020 Oct 26

ELC: Introduction w/ Focus on Barriers to Success

Students attended this event to meet OCTC's Experiential Learning Center Team and learned how they help students overcome barriers to get on the right path to career success. OCTC's ELC services include Experiential Learning Opportunity (ELO) assistance, career services, workshops and more.
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Business/professional - 2020 Sep 22
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