Colleges across the country are recognizing students from Owensboro Senior High School for their on-campus success. Click any achievement to discover alumni from Owensboro Senior High School, view their personalized Merit pages, and learn about what they are accomplishing.
(see more)Colleges across the country are recognizing students from Owensboro Senior High School for their on-campus success. Click any achievement to discover alumni from Owensboro Senior High School, view their personalized Merit pages, and learn about what they are accomplishing.
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: The Depression and Anxiety Beasts -- How to Fight Back
Anxiety and depression greatly affect people, both physically and mentally. Learn techniques to fight these beasts by recognizing your challenges and vulnerabilities. Presented by Becky Hodskins on March 22, 2018
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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
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 17, 2018
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2018 Apr 18
TRiO Workshop: Learned Helplessness and How to Overcome It
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 Morris will teach you ways to overcome learned helplessness.
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2018 Apr 17
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.
Club or Organization -
2018 Apr 5
Administration of Pediatric Medication
Successfully completed the Oral, Topical and Parenteral (Injection) medication administration for the pediatric client during the clinical skill simulation.
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2018 Mar 27
Administration of Pediatric Medication: PEDIATRIC IV THERAPY -Medication & Infusion Devices
Performed successfully the Pediatric IV Therapy Infusion Devices and IV Push Medication Administration in the simulation clinical skill
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2018 Mar 27
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
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
Focused Neurological Assessment
Successful completion of the focused neurological assessment skill
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2018 Mar 20
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
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/
Academic Award -
2018 Feb 26
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 -
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/
Academic Award -
2018 Feb 26
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/
Academic Award -
2018 Feb 26
Career Planning with Katie
Providing general career information, advising, providing transfer info, etc.
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2018 Feb 22
WKU Transfer Visit
Met with WKU transfer rep. about transferring to Western, applying, scholarships, etc.
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2018 Feb 13
Pediatric Physical Assessment
Successfully completed the physical assessment of an infant and or toddler
Milestone Badge -
2018 Feb 9
Abusive Head Trauma Simuation
Successfully completed the abusive head trauma simulation. Completed the assigned chapter readings, reviewed assigned content on the National Center of Shaken Baby Syndrome, and completed all documents related to this simulation.
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2018 Feb 9
IV Initiation and fluids
Student successful completion of critical criteria for Intravenous Therapy.
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2018 Feb 5
Dean's, President's Lists Students Named for UA Fall 2017 Term
A total of 12,594 students enrolled during the 2017 fall semester at The University of Alabama were named to the Dean's List with an academic record of 3.5 or above or the President's List with an academic record of 4.0 (all A's). The UA Dean's and President's lists recognize full-time undergraduate students. The lists do not apply to graduate students or undergraduate students who take less than a full course load.
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2018 Feb 1
Successful Completion of Foley Catheter Skill
Successful completion of Foley catheter skill
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2018 Jan 8
Cornerstone Leadership
Students provided service to the OCTC campus through Cornerstone Campus Ministry during the Fall 17 semester.
Club or Organization -
2017 Dec 7
Global Studies Presentation: "Adventures in Foreign Lands," presented by Rodney Newton
Students attended a Global Studies presentation by OCTC's Rodney Newton. Rodney discussed his culture he encountered on his recent trip to South Korea and El Salvador.
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2017 Dec 4
Dynamic Leadership Institute Phase 3: Career & Professional Development
The Dynamic Leadership Institute (DLI) of WKU-Owensboro is a three phase program designed to teach participants interpersonal skills, leadership dynamics, and career/professional development strategies. The program strives to enhance self-awareness regarding personal strengths and weaknesses; to create a better understanding of leadership and influence; to develop stronger leadership and interpersonal skills; and to sharpen participants' professional skills. ***Resume Development: Best practices for resume development are covered, including: completion of a resume organizer or professional inventory, choosing the proper resume format, highlighting your strengths in relation to a position description, selection of references, and other technical tips. Networking/Leadership Interview: Participants learn effective strategies for building a professional network, including: the "Why?", "How?", and "Where?" of networking, networking strategies for introverts, utilizing social media as a networking tool, developing an "elevator" pitch, and the art of making introductions. Participants conduct an interview with a community leader for the purpose of practicing their professional skills and building a professional network. Interviewing: Included in this session is an overview of interview preparation and best practices, including: research and preparation, appropriate dress, behaviors that are desired and ones that deter from the interview, the value of interview follow-up. Participants learn how to prepare for one-on-one and panel interviews formats through "hands-on" experience. Professional Growth Plan: Participants utilize assessments and exercises to develop a professional growth plan based on the strengths and weaknesses identified in previous sessions.
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2017 Dec 4