Catherine Christian

Students participating in this workshop learned to look for various ways to save money by using community resources. For instance, taking advantage of services offered by Daviess County Public Libr...

The Owensboro Community & Technical College (OCTC) Dean's List recognizes the academic excellence of Catherine Christian of Daviess County, KY who earned at least a 3.5 grade point average (GPA) i...

Students participated in this workshop to gain insight about various ways to pay for college, including Pell grants and scholarships, such as OCTC scholarships, transfer scholarships, and local sch...

During the Fall 2021 Orientation session, students received a folder of information, including a list of tutoring resources, advising information, and calendar of TRiO-sponsored events. Sherry Lee ...

Students attended a virtual workshop to explore different types of job interview formats, learn interview practice techniques, and listen to sample interview questions/answers.

Journaling can help people gain control of their emotions, thus improving their mental health. Students who participate in this workshop will receive a journal.

Students received a general overview of the five most common types of insurance: homeowner, renter, automobile, medical, and life.

Our emotions not only affect our mental health but our physical health as well. This workshop discusses the cycles of emotions, the dangers of suppressing emotions, and mindful strategies to regula...

Having good communication skills is even more important now that many classes are remote. Students will learn effective email communication strategies.

Students will learn strategies to help them save money while grocery shopping,including avoiding shopping while hungry, planning meals ahead of time based on sale items, and looking at cost per unit.

Staying organized can help a person maintain a clear picture of what needs to be completed and when. Participants were given an academic planner to assist them in trying to use their time productiv...

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 c...

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 ...

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, virtu...

It takes skill to have the ability to organize and plan how to divide your time between specific activities and responsibilities. Good time management allows you to work smarter - not harder - so t...

We believe in learning from our peers. During this Peer Panel, TRiO members who are ready to graduate will answer questions regarding their success, explain any obstacles they faced and how they o...

Mindfulness involves focusing completely on what's going on inside and outside of you. Participants will learn how to use meditation to ease anxiety and depression.

Students attended an Owensboro Area World Affairs Council presentation titled "To Impeach or Not to Impeach? Thtat is the Question." This presentation was held at Kentucky Wesleyan College and pre...

Christy Ellis, OCTC Registrar, explains the new online process for students who wish to drop a class.

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 pla...

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

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 Morr...

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 ...

Dreams require imagination, and goals require hard work. Learn how to stay motivated in the process. Presented on October 25 by Becky Hodskins

Buying a car involves a large amount of money. Therefore, the ability to understand and analyze the various financing options is important. Mary Bruner will explain the basics of car financing, inc...

On Tuesday, March 21 at 11 a.m., Scott Russell Sanders, author of Owensboro Community and Technical College's Common Reading selection, Earth Works: Selected Essays, read from, and spoke about his ...

On February 28, students attended a presentation by Ms. Aloma Dew regarding Climate Change, the horror, hype, and hooey. This event was sponsored by the Common Reading Committee as part of the Spr...

Students attended a presentation by Dr. Micah Perkins regarding wildlife homes and how we can help to preserve them. The presentation also featured a tour of the Virginia Miles Nature Center. Thi...

Low self-esteem can negatively affect various aspects of your life, including your relationships, your academic pursuits, and your health. Learn steps to boost your self-esteem. Presented by Barb T...

Employers want their potential employees to have soft skills. This workshop will explain a variety of soft skills that employees are looking for and how you can develop and strengthen those skills....

Rebecca Thwaites will demonstrate how to sew a plushie -- a soft animal. Participants will leave with a hand-sewn project that they created. Presented on March 27, 2017

Learn tips on how to get your resume noticed when applying for a job. Presented by Katie Ballard on March 27, 2017.

Attended the Oak Island Theatre Production - Frankenstein 1930.

Attended a reading by Mary Ann Taylor-Hall, author of Come & Go Molly Snow - In Blandford Hall on the Main Campus, October 24, 2016.

Attended a cultural event opportunity entitled Toruk: The First Flight by Cirque Du Soleil on September 2, 2016

Dr. Andrea Borregard from Financial Aid will explain what it means to be a work-study student. Presented on August 31, 2016

Get the most out of your study time by studying smarter and not harder. Learn effective ways to study and become better prepared for tests. Presented on September 1, 2016

Understanding the basics of Blackboard and how to navigate email. Presented by Brent Lovitt, Student Affairs Specialist on August 18, 2016

Attended an information meeting about the TRIO Student Support Services program and learned about the resources available to participants. August 9, 2016