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September 02, 2025 by Bernie Hale

Why Your Community College Experience Is Actually Building Your Future: The 10 Essential Skills You're Gaining Right Now

Why Your Community College Experience Is Actually Building Your Future: The 10 Essential Skills You're Gaining Right Now

Community college can sometimes feel like a whirlwind of classes, work schedules, and juggling multiple responsibilities. But what if I told you that every class you're taking, every project you're completing, and every challenge you're balancing is systematically building a toolkit of skills that will make you absolutely unstoppable in your career?

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August 01, 2025 by Dr. Shane Armstrong

Student Success

Student Success

There is a saying in Student Affairs that “the first six weeks tell the tale” and those of us who have been in higher education for a while can attest that for many first-time or returning students, this is true.

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July 01, 2025 by Kadie Boone

BOOST Your Future: A Fall 2025 Scholarship Opportunity at OCTC

BOOST Your Future: A Fall 2025 Scholarship Opportunity at OCTC

Starting college can feel overwhelming, but what if taking the first few steps could also earn you a $1,000 scholarship? At Owensboro Community & Technical College (OCTC), we’re making that possible with the BOOST Scholarship—a program built to guide new students and reward their commitment to getting started.

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