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.
(see more)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.
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.
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Sep 25
Students attended a presentation sponsored by the Teaching & Learning Center titled "Managing Test Anxiety."
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Sep 16
Students attended a presentation sponsored by the Teaching & Learning Center titled "How to Improve your Time Mangement Skills."
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Sep 16
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.
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Sep 10
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.
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Sep 10
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.
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Sep 5
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
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Aug 26
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.
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Aug 26
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.
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Aug 26
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.
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May 28
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.
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May 28
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.
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May 28
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.
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May 28
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.
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May 28
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.
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May 28
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.
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May 28
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.
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May 28
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.
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May 28
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.
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May 28
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.
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May 28
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.
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May 28
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.
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May 28
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.
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May 28
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.
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May 28
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 Computer & Information Technologies is Kenneth Burns. Kenneth graduated with an Associate in Applied Science in Computer & Information Technologies.
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May 28
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 Automotive Technology is Matthew Hayward. Matthew graduated with an Associate in Applied Science in Automotive Technology.
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May 28
Completed and passed the Coping with Pressure testlet, one of sixteen essential skills assessed by Am I Job Ready? Learn more at https://www.amijobready.com/
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May 1
Student attended th OCTC/United Way Chili Cook-Off event on the Main Campus.
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Apr 30
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
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Apr 26
For participating in the production of a play at Owensboro Community & Technical College.
