Owensboro Community and Technical College

Students contributed to the Owensboro Help Office Food & More Drive - coordinated by OCTC's Student Government Association.

Did you know we have an "outdoor classroom" called the Nature Center? Explore the nature area with Dr. Micah Perkins from the OCTC Biology Department. April 17, 2018

Research on "learned helplessness" shows that when people feel like they have no control over what happens, they tend to simply give up and accept their fate. Don't fall into that trap! Dr. Ed Morris will teach you ways to overcome learned helplessness.

Students attended a demonstration by Daviess County KY Search & Rescue teams featuring search and rescue dogs. This event was held on the Main Campus.

Recognized students are part of the team of OCTC faculty, staff and students that are building the 2018 Rover that will perform in the NASA Rover Challenge this Spring.

Students attended a workshop presented by Ronda Howard, Prevention Educator, at New Beginnings Sexual Assault Support Services Center in Owensboro. This workshop was about preventing bullying and providing bystander intervention.

Students attended the Owensboro Area World Affairs Council free lecture featuring Greg Hodgin, Executive Director of Peacebuilding Solutions, on "Ozymandias: The Unnecessary Waste in International Humanitarian Aid" at Brescia University's Taylor Lecture Hall on Monday, February 26.

Students attended a presentation by OCTC Alum, Bryan Gore and his wife Lichaun, regarding their life and the culture in China.

Students attended a panel discussion featuring women that are currently working in non-traditional occupations. Featured in the discussion were Rebecca Davis, Shannon Raymer, Brooklyn Maple and Tonia Brown.

Successfully completed the Oral, Topical and Parenteral (Injection) medication administration for the pediatric client during the clinical skill simulation.

Performed successfully the Pediatric IV Therapy Infusion Devices and IV Push Medication Administration in the simulation clinical skill

Students attended the International Women's Day Presentation - "Eleanor Roosevelt: Redefining the Role of the First Lady," presented by Assistant Professor of History Matt Alschbach. Mr. Alschbach discussed the life of Eleanor Roosevelt and her role as First Lady of the United States of America.

Student met with an advisor from the University of Louisville's Nursing Program to discuss transfer opportunities.

#YOUTOO is a community conversation about sexual assault, abuse and harrassment. This event was held at KWC's Rogers Hall and hosted by New Beginnings Sexual Assualt Center & Kentucky Wesleyan College.

Successful completion of the focused neurological assessment skill

Students attended a presentation sponsored by the Owensboro Realtor Association to learn tips from the pros about home ownership.

Students attended a parenting workshop sponsored by the OCTC Counseling Center and River Vally Behavioral Health. The workshop, "Successful Parenting Using Choice Theory," helped to provide parents with tips on fine-tuning their parenting skills. Presenters included Michael Fulkerson, MAE, LPCC, CT/RTC & Mariah Castlen, C.S.W., M.S.S.

Recognized students are part of the team of OCTC faculty, staff and students that are building the 2018 Rover that will perform in the NASA Rover Challenge this Spring.

In celebration of the 50th anniversary of National TRiO Day, OCTC's TRiO Student Support Services provided a panel discussion on what it means to be a first generation student navigating the world of college. Panelists included students, faculty, staff, and community members who were willing to discuss challenges, obstacles, and lessons learned as first generation students.

Students attended the 1st Annual Girl's Empowerment Trail Blazer Event hosted by the OCTC Foundation, Inc. Speaker for the event, Ms. Ashley Parlett, discussed the importance of paving your own way.

Students attended Phase 1 of the Dynamic Leadership Institute (DLI): Personal Development, coordinated by David Powers, Career & Workforce Development Coordinator for Western Kentucky University Owensboro. This is a three phase process.

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, updated them on upcoming events on campus, and discussed the Industry Innovation Center opening on the Main Campus.

Will Mounts, VP at OMICO Plastics , OCTC Board member and GOFame sponsor, shared his advice to live in financial freedom for our students. Mounts shared his mistakes, resources which helped him transform his finances, and encouraged students to live intentionally with each dollar with practical and personal examples.

Completed and passed the Strategic Vision testlet, one of sixteen essential skills assessed by Am I Job Ready? Learn more at https://www.amijobready.com/

Completed and passed the Reliability testlet, one of sixteen essential skills assessed by Am I Job Ready? Learn more at https://www.amijobready.com/

Completed and passed the Planning and Organizing testlet, one of sixteen essential skills assessed by Am I Job Ready? Learn more at https://www.amijobready.com/

Completed and passed the Management of Others testlet, one of sixteen essential skills assessed by Am I Job Ready? Learn more at https://www.amijobready.com/

Completed and passed the Integrity and Respect testlet, one of sixteen essential skills assessed by Am I Job Ready? Learn more at https://www.amijobready.com/

Completed and passed the Innovation testlet, one of sixteen essential skills assessed by Am I Job Ready? Learn more at https://www.amijobready.com/

Completed and passed the Initiative testlet, one of sixteen essential skills assessed by Am I Job Ready? Learn more at https://www.amijobready.com/