Colleges across the country are recognizing students from Apollo High School for their on-campus success. Click any achievement to discover alumni from Apollo High School, view their personalized Merit pages, and learn about what they are accomplishing.
(see more)Colleges across the country are recognizing students from Apollo High School for their on-campus success. Click any achievement to discover alumni from Apollo High School, view their personalized Merit pages, and learn about what they are accomplishing.
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
OCTC Blood Drive Participant
Students dontated blood to support the community at OCTC's Downtown Campus.
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2018 Sep 5
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
OCTC Pathfinder Day 8.3.18
Students attended OCTC's Pathfinder Day - a new student orientation day held on OCTC's Main Campus. New students were able to find their classes, visit the cyber center, have their student ID made, explore the campus and much more in one family-friendly fun day!
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2018 Aug 15
Academic Program Honor Bracco Radiogaphy Award
Owensboro Community & Technical College (OCTC) honored select students for program awards during the OCTC Commencement Ceremony on May 10, 2018. The OCTC Program Honor Student Awards are exemplary students nominated by faculty in the discipline area.
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2018 Jun 22
Academic Program Honor Mathematics
Owensboro Community & Technical College (OCTC) honored select students for program awards during the OCTC Commencement Ceremony on May 10, 2018. The OCTC Program Honor Student Awards are exemplary students nominated by faculty in the discipline area.
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2018 Jun 18
OCTC Program Honors Biology
The faculty select exemplary students for this award.
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2018 Jun 6
UC Announces Spring 2018 Dean's List
In recognition of academic performance, the Office of the Vice President for Academic Affairs at University of the Cumberlands (UC) has announced the students named to the Dean's List for the spring 2018 semester.
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2018 May 8
PTK Member
OCTC's new members of the Alpha Xi Gamma Chapter of Phi Theta Kappa include the following: Wondall Bates, Allie Butterworth, Ashley Cline, Steven Cusher, Martha Dick, Jesse Hagan, Heather Hart, Ashley Haynes, Dominic Jackson, Brittany Johnson, Elizabeth Krampe, Madison Magan, Kaylee Meador, Alexis Means, Mary Midkiff, Savanna Mills, Kerensa Pate, Katherine Payne, Shelley Pritchard, Dylan Purcell, Nicholas Russell, Keely Shocklee, Shannon Shoulder, Ty Smith, Halley Stewart, David Taylor, Kaitlin Taylor, and Maggie Wilhoite.
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2018 May 11
TRiO: Take a Walk on the Wild Side Nature Walk
Did you know we have an "outdoor classroom" called the Nature Center? Explore the nature area with Dr. Micah Perkins from the OCTC Biology Department. April 23, 2018
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2018 Apr 24
Hager Scholar Student Presentation: Anatomy & Physiology of the Premature Infant
Students attended a presentation by Hager Scholar Halley Stewart. Halley presented her research on the anatomy and physiology of the premature infant.
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2018 Apr 23
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
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
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
Common Read sponsored: Anti-Bullying Workshop
Students attended a workshop presented by Ronda Howard, Prevention Educator, at New Beginnings Sexual Assault Support Services Center in Owensboro. This workshop was about preventing bullying and providing bystander intervention.
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2018 Apr 6
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
WISE Women at Work
Students attended a panel discussion featuring women that are currently working in non-traditional occupations. Featured in the discussion were Rebecca Davis, Shannon Raymer, Brooklyn Maple and Tonia Brown.
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2018 Apr 5
Thirteen Years in China
Students attended a presentation by OCTC Alum, Bryan Gore and his wife Lichaun, regarding their life and the culture in China.
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2018 Apr 5
International Women's Day Presentation - Eleanor Roosevelt: Redefining the Role of the First Lady
Students attended the International Women's Day Presentation - "Eleanor Roosevelt: Redefining the Role of the First Lady," presented by Assistant Professor of History Matt Alschbach. Mr. Alschbach discussed the life of Eleanor Roosevelt and her role as First Lady of the United States of America.
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2018 Mar 27
University of Louisville Transfer Visit
Student met with an advisor from the University of Louisville's Nursing Program to discuss transfer opportunities.
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2018 Mar 26
TRiO SSS 50th "I Am First"
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 of college. Panelists included students, faculty, staff, and community members who were willing to discuss challenges, obstacles, and lessons learned as first generation students.
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2018 Mar 5
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
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
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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2018 Feb 26
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 Feb 26
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 Feb 26
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 Feb 26