Owensboro Community and Technical College

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 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

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!

The University of Kentucky College of Arts and Sciences is pleased to announce that over 1,550 undergraduate students qualified for the Spring 2019 College of Arts and Sciences Dean's List.

TheTRiO Award was given to Nadya Vasquez. She graduated with an Associate in Science degree with Distinction, earning a 3.5 grade point average on all work attempted.

Owensboro Community & Technical College (OCTC) honored select students for program awards during the OCTC Commencement Ceremony on May 15 &16, 2019. The OCTC Program Honor Student Awards are exemplary students nominated by faculty in the discipline area. The honor recipient for BRACCO Radiography is Hannah Hall.

Owensboro Community & Technical College (OCTC) honored select students for program awards during the OCTC Commencement Ceremony on May 15 &16, 2019. The OCTC Program Honor Student Awards are exemplary students nominated by faculty in the discipline area. The honor recipient for Welding is Erwin Perez.

Owensboro Community & Technical College (OCTC) honored select students for program awards during the OCTC Commencement Ceremony on May 15 &16, 2019. The OCTC Program Honor Student Awards are exemplary students nominated by faculty in the discipline area. The honor recipient for Veterinary Technology is Ashley Clark. She graduated with an Associate in Applied Science in Veterinary Technology.

Owensboro Community & Technical College (OCTC) honored select students for program awards during the OCTC Commencement Ceremony on May 15 &16, 2019. The OCTC Program Honor Student Awards are exemplary students nominated by faculty in the discipline area. The honor recipient for Surgical Technology is Sabrina Ruby. She graduated with an Associate in Applied Science in Surgical Technology.

Owensboro Community & Technical College (OCTC) honored select students for program awards during the OCTC Commencement Ceremony on May 15 &16, 2019. The OCTC Program Honor Student Awards are exemplary students nominated by faculty in the discipline area. The honor recipient for Radiography is Chelsea Dockery. She graduated with an Associate in Applied Science Degree in Radiography and is being recognized with High Distinction,earning a 3.6 or higher grade point average on all work attempted.

Owensboro Community & Technical College (OCTC) honored select students for program awards during the OCTC Commencement Ceremony on May 15 &16, 2019. The OCTC Program Honor Student Awards are exemplary students nominated by faculty in the discipline area. The honor recipient for Medical Information Technology is Angela Michelle Turley She graduated with an Associate in Applied Science in Medical Information Technology.

Owensboro Community & Technical College (OCTC) honored select students for program awards during the OCTC Commencement Ceremony on May 15 &16, 2019. The OCTC Program Honor Student Awards are exemplary students nominated by faculty in the discipline area. The honor recipient for Mathematics is John Laclair. Knight participated in the OCTC Early College program earning an Associate in Science, and a diploma from Hancock County High School. He was also recognized with High Distinction,earning a 3.6 or higher grade point average on all work attempted.

Owensboro Community & Technical College (OCTC) honored select students for program awards during the OCTC Commencement Ceremony on May 15 &16, 2019. The OCTC Program Honor Student Awards are exemplary students nominated by faculty in the discipline area. The honor recipient for Industrial Maintenance Technology is Sean Steele. He graduated with an Associate in Applied Science in Computerized Manufacturing and Machining and MIT: Industrial Maintenance Technology, being recognized with High Distinction,earning a 3.6 or higher grade point average on all work attempted.

Owensboro Community & Technical College (OCTC) honored select students for program awards during the OCTC Commencement Ceremony on May 15 &16, 2019. The OCTC Program Honor Student Awards are exemplary students nominated by faculty in the discipline area. The honor recipient for History is Elijah Eckstein. He graduated with an Associate in Arts Degree and was also recognized with High Distinction honors, earning a 3.6 or higher grade point average on all work attempted.

Owensboro Community & Technical College (OCTC) honored select students for program awards during the OCTC Commencement Ceremony on May 15 &16, 2019. The OCTC Program Honor Student Awards are exemplary students nominated by faculty in the discipline area. The honor recipient for Healthcare Facilities Leadership is Byron Woodard. He graduated with an Associate in Applied Science in Healthcare Facilities Management. He was also recognized with High Distinction honors, earning a 3.6 or higher grade point average on all work attempted.

Owensboro Community & Technical College (OCTC) honored select students for program awards during the OCTC Commencement Ceremony on May 15 &16, 2019. The OCTC Program Honor Student Awards are exemplary students nominated by faculty in the discipline area. The honor recipient for Emergency Medical Technology is Lee Williams.

Owensboro Community & Technical College (OCTC) honored select students for program awards during the OCTC Commencement Ceremony on May 15 &16, 2019. The OCTC Program Honor Student Awards are exemplary students nominated by faculty in the discipline area. The honor recipient for Computerized Manufacturing & Machining is Olivia Jenkins. She graduated with an Associate in Applied Science in Computerized Manufacturing & Machining. She also recognized with High Distinction honors, earning a 3.6 or higher grade point average on all work attempted.

Owensboro Community & Technical College (OCTC) honored select students for program awards during the OCTC Commencement Ceremony on May 15 &16, 2019. The OCTC Program Honor Student Awards are exemplary students nominated by faculty in the discipline area. The honor recipient for Education is Akacia (Kaci) Walker. She graduated with an Associate in Science.

Owensboro Community & Technical College (OCTC) honored select students for program awards during the OCTC Commencement Ceremony on May 15 &16, 2019. The OCTC Program Honor Student Awards are exemplary students nominated by faculty in the discipline area. The honor recipient for Biology is Brooklyn M. Knight. Brooklyn is a graduate of OCTC's Early College from Apollo High School and a member of the 2019 KCTCS All-Academic Team. Brooklyn recieved an Associate in Science and is recognized for high distinction, earning a grade point average of 3.6 or higher on all work attempted.