OAWAC Presentation: Eyes to the Sky
Students attended an Owensboro World Affairs Council event at Western Kentucky University Owensboro. Melissa Griffin, Quality Assurance Specialist at the Kentucky Climate Center, presented "Eyes to the Sky: Harnessing the Power of the Citizen Science Observer".
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2018 Apr 18
TRiO: Be an Academic Navigator
Students have much valuable information at their fingertips, yet they may not realize it. In this short presentation, Lindsey Greer will explain how to use Student Center, look at the academic plan, and email.
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2018 Apr 19
Financial Literacy: Using Credit Cards Wisely
Do you use credit cards wisely? Make smart choices when you do use a credit card. Learn the best ways to avoid credit card debt. Presented by Mary Bruner
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2018 Apr 19
The Anatomy & Physiology of the Crucifixion
Students attended an event presented by OCTC faculty Dr. Eddie Leach. Dr. Leach discussed the anatomy and crucifixion of the cross in an engaging presentation, sponsored by Cornerstone Campus Ministry.
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2018 Apr 18
OAWAC lecture: "Ozymandias," with Greg Hodgin
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.
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2018 Apr 5
OCTC NASA Rover Challenge
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.
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2018 Mar 13
Stop Living Check-to-Check
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.
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2018 Feb 28
WKU Transfer Visit
Met with WKU transfer rep. about transferring to Western, applying, scholarships, etc.
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2018 Feb 13
Spring 18 SGA Sponsored Pizza with the President
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.
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2018 Mar 1
2017 Domtar FIRST Lego League Regional Tournament Volunteer
Student volunteered to help with the coordination and execution of the 2017 FIRST Lego League Regional Tournament held on OCTC's Main Campus.
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2017 Dec 7
First Year Experience Focus Group
Students attended a First Year Experience Focus Group to discuss and provide feedback on the First Year Experience (FYE) course for the Fall 17 semester.
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2017 Dec 4
Common Read Fall 17 Author's Visit - Dave Eggers
Attended the question/answer forum with Dave Eggers, author of The Circle, the Fall 2017 OCTC Common Reading novel.
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2017 Dec 4
Constitution Day presentation: "Freedom of Speech: Limitations & Expectations"
Students attended OCTC's will celebration of Constitution Day with a presentation titled "Freedom of Speech: Limitations & Expectations." The presentation and panel discussion featured OCTC faculty member, Nicole Nacey, and Owensboro Human Relations Commission Executive Director, Sylvia Coleman. On Constitution Day, we recognize the anniversary of the nation's constitution and the efforts and responsibilities of all citizens. In the summer of 1787, delegates convened in Philadelphia to create "a more perfect union" and to craft the country's constitution. They worked to develop a framework that would provide balance and freedom, taking into account national and state interests, as well as individual human rights. The delegates signed the Constitution of the United States on September 17, 1787. By June 21, 1788, the Constitution was ratified, having been approved by nine of the 13 states. Efforts to recognize citizens and the Constitution began in 1939, when newspaper magnate William Randolph Hearst advocated a day to celebrate US Citizenship. In 1940 Congress created "I Am an American Day" to be celebrated on the third Sunday in May. On February 29, 1952, President Harry Truman signed into law "Citizenship Day." It was established to replace "I Am an American Day." On August 2, 1956, Congress requested that the President proclaim the week beginning September 17 and ending September 23 of each year as "Constitution Week." One additional change was made to the event when a federal law enacted in December 2004 designated September 17 as "Constitution Day and Citizenship Day."
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2017 Sep 26
OCTC Fall Fling 2017
Attended the Student Government Association's Fall Fling, held on OCTC's Main Campus. Fling is an event held each semester to help raise money for student organizations and clubs, as well as introduce different resources that are offered through OCTC.
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2017 Nov 1
Learned Helplessness Lecture
Licensed psychological practitioner and OCTC Professor of Psychology, Dr. Ed Morris, sees how learned helplessness impacts day-to-day life and learning. Students attended Dr. Morris' lecture regarding learned helplessness on Thursday, September 21.
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2017 Oct 4
The Circle - Scavenger Hunt
This scavenger hunt, sponsored by the OCTC Learning Resource Center (LRC), TRAC, and the OCTC Common Reading Committee, invites participants to locate 17 "cameras," like the cameras in the Common Reading Fall 17 book - The Circle, by Dave Eggers.
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2017 Sep 20
TRAC Central meeting with transfer rep
Met with a representative from the University of Louisville to discuss transfer opportunitites.
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2017 Sep 8
Hunger Games Exhibition Field Trip
As part of the Common Reading's Dystopian focus this semester, students, facutly and staff took a trip to the Frazier Kentucky History Museum in Louisville, KY, to see The Hunger Games Exhibition, an interactive exhibit of costumes, props, and displays related to the film.
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2017 Sep 6
Passed the Am I Job Ready? Integrity & Respect assessment
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/
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2017 Aug 28
Passed the Am I Job Ready? Strategic Vision assessment
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/
Academic Award -
2017 Aug 28
Passed the Am I Job Ready? Reliability assessment
Completed and passed the Reliability testlet, one of sixteen essential skills assessed by Am I Job Ready? Learn more at https://www.amijobready.com/
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2017 Aug 28
Passed the Am I Job Ready? Planning & Organizing assessment
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/
Academic Award -
2017 Aug 28
Passed the Am I Job Ready? Management of Others assessment
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/
Academic Award -
2017 Aug 28
Passed the Am I Job Ready? Innovation assessment
Completed and passed the Innovation testlet, one of sixteen essential skills assessed by Am I Job Ready? Learn more at https://www.amijobready.com/
Academic Award -
2017 Aug 28
Passed the Am I Job Ready? Initiative assessment
Completed and passed the Initiative testlet, one of sixteen essential skills assessed by Am I Job Ready? Learn more at https://www.amijobready.com/
Academic Award -
2017 Aug 28
Passed the Am I Job Ready? Influential Communication assessment
Completed and passed the Influential Communication testlet, one of sixteen essential skills assessed by Am I Job Ready? Learn more at https://www.amijobready.com/
Academic Award -
2017 Aug 28
Passed the Am I Job Ready? Flexibility assessment
Completed and passed the Flexibility testlet, one of sixteen essential skills assessed by Am I Job Ready? Learn more at https://www.amijobready.com/
Academic Award -
2017 Aug 28
Passed the Am I Job Ready? Drive for Excellent Results assessment
Completed and passed the Drive for Excellent Results testlet, one of sixteen essential skills assessed by Am I Job Ready? Learn more at https://www.amijobready.com/
Academic Award -
2017 Aug 28
Passed the Am I Job Ready? Customer Focus assessment
Completed and passed the Customer Focus testlet, one of sixteen essential skills assessed by Am I Job Ready? Learn more at https://www.amijobready.com/
Academic Award -
2017 Aug 28
Passed the Am I Job Ready? Coping with Pressure assessment
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/
Academic Award -
2017 Aug 28