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.
Participating in OCTC's NASA Rover Challenge
Students are recognized for participating in the NASA Rover Challenge.
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2017 Jan 17
Early College Student
Through Early College, students attend classes on campus at OCTC full-time during their junior and senior years of high school. Typically this allows the student to graduate simultaneously with a high school diploma and an associate's degree.
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2017 Jan 17
Fall 2016 Dean's List
In recognition of academic performance, the Office of the Vice President of Academic Affairs has announced the students named to the Dean's List for the fall 2016 semester.
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2017 Jan 4
Attended OCTC Library sponsored "How to Stop Anxiety" Presentation
Students attended a presentation by OCTC Counselor Dr. Joe Yazvack on "How to Stop Anxiety." This event was sponosored by the OCTC Library.
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2016 Dec 7
TRiO: Scholarships and How to Apply
Dr. Andrea Borregard, Director of Financial Aid, will present an informational workshop on the variety of scholarships available and how to apply. Presented on November 30, 2016
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2016 Dec 1
TRiO: Exercises that Fit into Your Busy Schedule
Too busy to exercise? Think again. David Martin will explain how to incorporate exercises into a busy schedule. Presented on November 29, 2016
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2016 Dec 1
FIRST LEGO League Volunteer
Volunteered at the 2016 FIRST LEGO League event with twenty elementary and middle school teams participating. On the Main Campus, Saturday, December 3, 2016.
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2016 Dec 5
Dynamic Leadership Institute Phase 3: Career & Professional Development
Students attended the Dynamic Leadership Institute (Phase 3): Career & Professional Development. This is a 3 phase process.
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2016 Nov 28
Dynamic Leadership Institute Phase 2: Leadership Development
Students attended the Dynamic Leadership Institute (Phase 2): Leadership Development. This is a 3 phase process.
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2016 Nov 28
Dynamic Leadership Institute Phase 1: Personal Development
Students attended the Dynamic Leadership Institute (Phase 1): Personal Development. This is a 3 phase process.
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2016 Nov 28
SGA Annual Hanging of the Green
Students attended the Annual Hanging of the Green, sponsored by the Student Government Association.
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2016 Nov 28
Lecture: "Post-Election Analysis: Making Sense of the Changing Electorate"
Students attended presentation hosted by the Owensboro World Affairs Council on Post - Election Analysis: Making sense of the changing electorate.
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2016 Nov 28
Attended OCTC Library sponsored "Films on Demand" Workshop
Students attended workshop regarding "Films on Demand," to learn about the available resources offered in the OCTC Library.
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2016 Nov 28
Financial Literacy
Take charge of your finances. Learn how to save money and create a budget. Say "no" to debt! Presented on November 22, 2016 by Mary Bruner.
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2016 Nov 23
TRiO: Thriving in a Multicultural Environment
Building better relationships, creating harmony, and establishing better communication among groups will allow us to interact with, become more aware of, and become better educated about one another. Presented by Dr. Lewatis McNeal on November 17, 2016.
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2016 Nov 17
TRiO: Local Opportunities in Business
Participants will evaluate their strengths and see how those strengths can be marketable to some of the major employers within the area.
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2016 Nov 17
Strategies for Effective Time Management
It can seem that we have very little free time because we're juggling a variety of responsibilities. This session will provide a variety of ways to effectively use your time wisely. Presented by Lindsey Greer on November 11, 2016.
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2016 Nov 16
TRiO: Career Exploration
Everyone always asks, "What do you want to be when you grow up?" but sometimes we don't know the answer, even as adults. Katie Ballard from TRAC Central discusses how to explore career opportunities. Presented on November 15, 2016
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2016 Nov 16
Mastering Self Management
Students attended workshop on Mastering Self Management
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2016 Nov 14
RTW Workshop - Discovering Self-Motivation
Students attended workshop on discovering self-motivation.
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2016 Nov 14
RTW Workshop - Accepting Personal Responsibility
Students attended workshop on accepting personal responsibility.
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2016 Nov 14
Joint Admissions: How to Navigate Being in Two Places at Once
Representatives from Western Kentucky University will discuss how to become a joint admitted student at OCTC and WKU-O. Presented on November 9 and 10, 2016
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2016 Nov 10
TRiO: Manners and Etiquette for the Classroom & Business World
Manners and business etiquette set the standard of professionalism. Presented on November 10, 2016 by Dr. Stacy Edds-Ellis
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2016 Nov 10
Soft Skills for Success
Employers want their potential employees to have soft skills. Dr. Meredith Skaggs, Associate Professor of Communication, will explain soft skills and how we develop them. Presented on Nov. 9, 2016
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2016 Nov 10
TRiO: Exercises that Fit into Your Busy Schedule
Too busy to exercise? Think again. David Martin will explain how to incorporate exercises into a busy schedule.
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2016 Nov 7
Financial Literacy
Take charge of your finances. Learn how to save money and create a budget. Say "no" to debt! Presented on November 4, 2016 by Mary Bruner.
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2016 Nov 7
How to Wow: Perfecting Your Interview Skills
Job applicants have one chance to impress at an interview. Katie Ballard will explain how to sell yourself with strong answers to interview questions. Presented on Nov. 4, 2016.
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2016 Nov 7
TRiO: Research Paper Writing Basics
Are your overwhelmed by the thought of writing a research paper? Learn the right way to tackle it. Presented on November 3, 2016 by Mary Bruner.
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2016 Nov 7
It's Your Reality Fair
Attended It's Your Reality Fair on OCTC's Main Campus. This event featured community vendors helping students to prepare for life after college.
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2016 Nov 3