Colleges across the country are recognizing students from McLean County High School for their on-campus success. Click any achievement to discover alumni from McLean County High School, view their personalized Merit pages, and learn about what they are accomplishing.
(see more)Colleges across the country are recognizing students from McLean County High School for their on-campus success. Click any achievement to discover alumni from McLean County High School, view their personalized Merit pages, and learn about what they are accomplishing.
Come As You Are
"Come As You Are" featured speakers from Owensboro's chapter of Food Addicts in Recovery Anonymous.
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2019 Mar 5
The Interpretation of African Culture in the Movie Black Panther
Students attended a presentation by Associate Professor of English, Dr. Obilade, about the award winning Black Panther movie. This semester's Common Reading author, Nnedi Okorafor, was a co-writer of the movie script, as well as related comic books/graphic novels in Marvel's Black Panther universe.
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2019 Feb 12
WKCTC Students Named To Fall 2018 Dean's List
More than 500 students were recently named to the West Kentucky Community and Technical College Dean's List for the Fall 2018 semester. To be named to the Dean's List, a student must be a full-time WKCTC student earning at least a 3.5 grade point average (GPA) and successfully completing 12 hours or more of course work numbered 100 or above for the academic term.
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2019 Jan 31
OCTC Dean's List for Fall 2018
The Owensboro Community and Technical College (OCTC) Dean's List recognizes the academic excellence of students who have earned an overall semester grade point average (GPA) of 3.5 or higher in courses numbered 100 or above.
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2019 Jan 17
Global Studies Presentation: A World Of Difference - Experience it for Yourself!
Students attended a Global Studies Presentation titled: "A World of Difference - Experience it for Yourself!," by Professor Kaye Brown
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2018 Nov 19
FYE Stress Buster Day
FYE students participated in a stress buster day activity.
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2018 Nov 19
Positivity, Perspective & Perseverance
This presentation was presented by local author, Bryan Taylor.
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2018 Nov 7
Marsha Norman Keynote
Students attended a presentation by Marsha Norman, author of the Fall 2018 Common Read - Getting Out.
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2018 Nov 19
Seeking Help: Substance Abuse in Owensboro Panel Discussion
This panel discussion featured representatives from the Daviess County Detention Center, Owensboro Police Department, Friends of Sinners, and Owensboro Regional Recovery Center.
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2018 Nov 7
2018 OCTC Transfer Fair
Attended the 4-Year College and University Transfer Fair sponsored by TRAC Central on the Main Campus, October 2, 2018. Representatives from over twelve different universities and colleges spoke with students about transfer opportunities.
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2018 Nov 6
Completed the Am I Job Ready? Career Strengths Assessment
Completed the Am I Job Ready? Career Strengths assessment to discover how each student's personality and strengths impact her or his ideal career fit. To learn more, visit https://www.amijobready.com/
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2018 Nov 5
Positivity, Perspective & Perseverance Presentation
Cornerstone Campus Ministry hosted a Merit event with local author Bryan Taylor. Bryan is an Ohio County, KY native and tells the story of his wife's battle with cancer in a voice of empathy and compassion while motivating each of us to live looking for joy daily.
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2018 Oct 30
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/
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2018 Oct 22
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/
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2018 Oct 22
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/
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2018 Oct 22
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/
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2018 Oct 22
Passed the Am I Job Ready? Cooperative Teamwork assessment
Completed and passed the Cooperative Teamwork testlet, one of sixteen essential skills assessed by Am I Job Ready? Learn more at https://www.amijobready.com/
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2018 Oct 22
OCTC's Student Government Association's Pizza with the President
Students attended a pizza luncheon with OCTC President Dr. Scott Williams, hosted by the Student Government Association. Dr. Williams discussed the many resources available to students and updated them on upcoming events on campus.
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2018 Sep 27
OCTC Fall Fling 2018
Students 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 clubs and organizations, as well as introduce students to different resources offered at OCTC and in the Owensboro Community.
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2018 Oct 11
UofL Transfer Visit
Met with UofL transfer rep. about transferring, applying, scholarships, etc.
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2018 Sep 11
Murray Transfer Visit
Met with Murray transfer rep. about transferring, applying, scholarships, etc.
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2018 Sep 5
OCTC Fall 18 Student Fest
Attended OCTC's Fall 18 Student Fest 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.
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2018 Aug 30
Authors Visit: Holly Goddard Jones
Student attended the events held on the Main Campus featuring the Spring 18 Common Reading Author, Holly Goddard Jones.
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2018 Apr 20
Owensboro Multicultural Festival
Students attended Owensboro's 20th Multicultural Festival, an event that celebrates diversity in the community and all over the world.
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2018 Aug 30
TRiO: Online Withdrawal Process
Christy Ellis, OCTC Registrar, explains the new online process for students who wish to drop a class.
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2018 Apr 19
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
Owensboro Help Office Donation
Students contributed to the Owensboro Help Office Food & More Drive - coordinated by OCTC's Student Government Association.
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2018 Apr 18
Common Reading sponsored: Search & Rescue Dog Demo
Students attended a demonstration by Daviess County KY Search & Rescue teams featuring search and rescue dogs. This event was held on the Main Campus.
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2018 Apr 17