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Located in the beautiful river community of Paducah, Kentucky, West Kentucky Community and Technical College is a nationally recognized, comprehensive, regional college serving more than 8,000 students annually and offering more than 200 associate degree, diploma and certificate options in more than 35 academic and career programs.

West Kentucky Community and Technical College (WKCTC) has been recognized as an Aspen Prize Top 10 Community College five times by the Aspen Institute and has twice been named a Finalist With Distinction for providing students with strong job training and continuing higher education opportunity, for achieving high completion and transfer rates, and for providing strong employment results for its graduates.

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Located in the beautiful river community of Paducah, Kentucky, West Kentucky Community and Technical College is a nationally recognized, comprehensive, regional college serving more than 8,000 students annually and offering more than 200 associate degree, diploma and certificate options in more than 35 academic and career programs.

West Kentucky Community and Technical College (WKCTC) has been recognized as an Aspen Prize Top 10 Community College five times by the Aspen Institute and has twice been named a Finalist With Distinction for providing students with strong job training and continuing higher education opportunity, for achieving high completion and transfer rates, and for providing strong employment results for its graduates.

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WKCTC Students Named to Fall 2023 Dean's List

More than 675 full-time and part-time students were recently named to the Dean's List for the Fall 2023 semester at West Kentucky Community and Technical College (WKCTC). To be named to the Dean's List, a full-time student must earn at least a 3.5-grade point average (GPA) or higher and successfully complete 12 hours or more of coursework numbered 100 or above for the academic term. A part-time student must have a cumulative 3.5-grade point average (GPA) or higher and a cumulative total of at least 15 KCTCS semester credits.
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Dean's List - 2024 Feb 13

WKCTC Students Named to Spring 2024 Dean's List

More than 721 full-time and part-time students were recently named to the Dean's List for the Spring 2024 semester at West Kentucky Community and Technical College (WKCTC). To be named to the Dean's List, a full-time student must earn at least a 3.5-grade point average (GPA) or higher and successfully complete 12 hours or more of coursework numbered 100 or above for the academic term. A part-time student must have a cumulative 3.5-grade point average (GPA) or higher and a cumulative total of at least 15 KCTCS semester credits.
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Dean's List - 2024 Jun 5

WKCTC Held 2024 Spring Commencement

West Kentucky Community and Technical College celebrated students in the Spring Class of 2024 during commencement at The Carson Center for the Performing Arts on Thursday, May 9. More than 900 WKCTC students were eligible to receive associate degrees, diplomas, or certificates during Spring 2024. Over 200 students attended. Congratulations to all!
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Graduation - 2024 May 23

WKCTC nursing students assist with local flu clinics

West Kentucky Community and Technical College nursing students participated in several flu clinics with Mercy Health-Lourdes in fall 2023. They administered doses of the flu vaccine and contributed two or more community service hours. Hospital representatives said they appreciate the students' willingness to volunteer and flourish as future nurses in our community. Way to go!
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Community Service - 2023 Dec 13

WKCTC Alpha Epsilon Beta students present check to Child Watch

The Alpha Epsilon Beta student justice club at West Kentucky Community and Technical College recently presented a check for $3,400 to Paducah's Child Watch Counseling and Advocacy Center on May 15, 2023. The money was raised during the club's 12th Annual Justice Run 5K race in April, and makes the total given to fight child abuse since the first 2011 race now over $24,870!
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Community Service - 2023 Jun 27

2023 Spring Dean's List

More than 700 full-time and part-time students were recently named to the Dean's List for the Spring 2023 semester at West Kentucky Community and Technical College (WKCTC). To be named to the Dean's List, a full-time student must earn at least a 3.5-grade point average (GPA) or higher and successfully complete 12 hours or more of coursework numbered 100 or above for the academic term.Part-time students must have a cumulative 3.5-grade point average (GPA) or higher and a cumulative total of at least 15 KCTCS semester credits.
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Academic Award - 2023 Jun 21

WKCTC students participated in a Student Success Center series

Sixteen West Kentucky Community and Technical College students participated in roundtable discussions as part of the Student Success Center's Success Hour Series in Spring 2023.
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Achievement (Other) - 2023 Jun 6

WKCTC Diagnostic Medical Sonography Class of 2023 - 100% first time board pass rate!

CONGRATULATIONS! West Kentucky Community and Technical College's Diagnostic Medical Sonography Class of 2023 recently completed the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) Sonography Principles and Instrumentation (SPI) Board exam with a 100% first time pass rate! We are very proud of our students and their hard work and dedication!
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School Spirit - 2023 Jun 5

New Inductees for WKCTC's chapter of national honor society

The newest members of a national honor society were recently inducted into the local chapter of Phi Theta Kappa honor society at West Kentucky Community and Technical College. Each pledged to "to uphold the standards of Phi Theta Kappa, and to keep this object and aim in mind, I do solemnly pledge allegiance to my fellow members and promise to aid them in all worthy endeavors."
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Honors Program - 2023 Jun 14

WKCTC's Vincent Massi Named 2023 April Student of the Month

Congratulations to Vincent Massi for being named the 2023 April Student of the Month at WKCTC! "Being selected as student of the month is an incredible honor," said the 19-year-old who is studying education and is expected to graduate in 2024. Originally a native of Long Island, New York, Vincent chose to live in the McCracken County area to pursue his educational goals because of the many friendships he has made and his research into the programs that WKCTC offers. "I ended up making many friends in Kentucky. Because of that, I researched WKCTC and noticed that they had a free two-year program, so I took advantage of that. It was the best decision I made," said the Community Scholarship Program recipient. Vincent is active on the WKCTC campus. He currently serves as the president of Alpha Epsilon Beta, the college's justice club; a member of the Student Government Association and the Gender and Sexualities Alliance. "Being the president of AEB is the most rewarding thing for me at this college. I always look forward to our meetings each week, and I enjoy when we all put our heads together for a big event," said Vincent. He continued to express his gratitude and appreciation for WKCTC's clubs and organizations, as well as the connections he has made with other students and faculty. "The college has many opportunities for students looking to build their resumes, and they have a vast array of different degree pathways you can choose from. My advice for anyone coming in is to join a club. You won't regret it," Vincent added. After graduating from WKCTC, he plans to transfer to Murray State University to pursue his bachelor's degree in education. He hopes to use this knowledge to become a physical education teacher and dreams of one day becoming an actor. Congratulations, Vincent!
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Student Excellence - 2023 May 31

WKCTC recognized its 2022-2023 Honors Recipients

More than 75 West Kentucky Community and Technical College students received honors for outstanding achievement in 2022-2023, and many attended the honors ceremony in the college's Clemens Fine Arts Center on May 2, 2023. Students were selected for honors by WKCTC faculty and staff within four academic divisions in more than 30 categories, plus the Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society. The 2022-2023 Honors Ceremony is available on WKCTC's Facebook page and YouTube channel.
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Honors Program - 2023 May 8

Two WKCTC students named to the KCTCS All-Academic Team

West Kentucky Community and Technical College students Andrew Cornelius and Cameron Dorris were recently named to the 2023 Kentucky Community and Technical College System (KCTCS) All-Academic Team. Cornelius and Dorris, both of McCracken County, are among 32 students recognized for this honor. The KCTCS All-Academic Team recognizes two outstanding students from each of the 16 community and technical colleges based on their high achievement in the areas of scholarship, service and leadership. Cornelius is working toward an Associate in Applied Science degree in business administration, with an emphasis in human resources management. Dorris, who is working to complete an Associate in Arts degree, is studying to be an attorney. Congratulations to you both!
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Academic Excellence - 2023 Apr 27

WKCTC Announces the 2021-2022 Dean's List

More than 650 students were recently named to the Dean's List for the Fall 2022 semester at West Kentucky Community and Technical College (WKCTC). For the first time, the college also recognizes not only full-time students but part-time students. To be named to the Dean's List, a full-time student must earn at least a 3.5 grade point average (GPA) or higher and successfully complete 12 hours or more of coursework numbered 100 or above for the academic term. Part-time students must have a cumulative 3.5 grade point average (GPA) or higher and a cumulative total of at least 15 KCTCS semester credits.
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Dean's List - 2023 Jan 17

Education Students Volunteer at Regional Educators Awards

Eleven Education students at West Kentucky Community and Technical College recently volunteered at the Sixth Annual Regional Educators Awards and Scholarship Program on March 30, 2023. More than 400 educators, family, friends, and students were on hand to cheer for and recognize the honorees, and the Education students greeted guests, answered questions, and gave directions. "I really appreciated their help," said Tammy Thompson, WKCTC's public relations coordinator. "They helped us have a successful event.
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School Spirit - 2023 Apr 26

WKCTC Fall 2022 Commencement

West Kentucky Community and Technical College recognized and celebrated the fall Class of 2022 during commencement at the Carson Center for the Performing Arts Monday, December 12. Sarah Ladd of Louisville, a 2017 WKCTC alumna, expressed excitement and gratitude to return to the college as the featured speaker to more than 160 candidates for graduation at the Carson Center for the Performing Arts.
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Graduation - 2023 Jan 12

Three WKCTC students serve as SGA officers for 2022-2023

West Kentucky Community and Technical College's 2022-2023 Student Government Association (SGA) officers are Alexandra "Lexie" Harned, president; Lindsey Gipson, vice president; and Krystian Clayton, secretary. SGA represents the student body by generating knowledge, interest, and participation in college affairs among students. SGA is an integral part of Student Life as the sponsor and collaborator for events and programming provided to students of WKCTC. Congratulations Lexie, Lindsey and Krystian!!
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Student Government - 2023 Jan 9

WKCTC's Cameron Dorris named September Student of the Month!

Congratulations to Cameron Dorris as the 2022 September Student of the Month at West Kentucky Community and Technical College! Way to go, Cameron. We are #WKCTCProud of you!
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Student Excellence - 2022 Oct 21

WKCTC PTA students helped with sports physicals for local schools

On September 28, 2022, Physical Therapist Assistant Program students at West Kentucky Community and Technical College helped with the Orthopedic Institute of Western Kentucky/OIWK winter/spring sports physicals for Paducah Tilghman and McCracken County Schools. Way to go! We are #WKCTCProud of you!
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Community Service - 2022 Oct 18

Two WKCTC Students Help Urban Forestry Initiative

Two West Kentucky Community and Technical College students recently helped the University of Kentucky with the Urban Forestry Initiative. Cameron Dorris and Savannah Murt spent two days identifying trees, assessing tree health, as well as measuring and GPS mapping each tree near the Ella Munal Complex at 2010 Hendricks Street in Paducah.
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Community Service - 2022 Sep 6

WKCTC Student Receives Omega Psi Psi Scholarship

West Kentucky Community and Technical College sophomore Shenelie Askew of Paducah was recently named one of three students to receive a scholarship from the Omega Psi Psi Fraternity, Inc. Shenelie, the daughter of Lela and Bill Askew and a Paducah Tilghman High School graduate, has a 4.0 GPA at WKCTC.
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Scholarship - 2022 Aug 25

WKCTC cosmetology student instructor receives scholarship!

Congratulations to Vivian "Nikki" De La Paz, a student a West Kentucky Community and Technical College, as the recipient of the first James Wright Cosmetology Scholarship during a special presentation in the college's Bistro on September 19, 2022. A graduate of WKCTC with an associate in applied science degree in cosmetology in 2020, De La Paz, who is working in the beauty industry, is studying to be a cosmetology instructor. Bethany Edwards, Sheri Wright and Kathryn Thomas of Paducah's State Beauty Supply presented the $500 scholarship to De La Paz, in honor of their late father and husband, James Wright, who passed away in November 2021. De La Paz said she is grateful for this new opportunity. "I am very thankful for all the instructors (at WKCTC) who have helped me. I am super grateful for State Beauty Supply." Way to go Nikki. We are #WKCTCProud of you!
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Scholarship - 2022 Sep 22

WKCTC Surgical Technology graduates' 100% pass rate on CST exam!

We applaud West Kentucky Community and Technical College's 2022 graduates of the Surgical Technology program who received a 100 percent pass rate on the Certified Surgical Technologist exam! We are so proud of all of you! Congratulations to the WKCTC Surgical Technology Program Coordinator Paul Craig as well! #WKCTCProud
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School Spirit - 2022 Jul 7

PTA students at WKCTC volunteer to help with high school sports physicals

West Kentucky Community and Technical College physical therapist assistant (PTA) students volunteered to help with sports physicals provided by the Orthopaedic Institute of Western Kentucky for Paducah Tilghman athletes on June 22, 2022. The PTA students are out of school for the summer but volunteered their time to help with screenings. #WKCTCProud
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Community Service - 2022 Jul 6

WKCTC Students Named to Spring 2022 Dean's List

More than 400 students were recently named to the Spring 2022 Dean's List at West Kentucky Community and Technical College. 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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Dean's List - 2022 Jun 13

WKCTC 2022 Spring Commencement

West Kentucky Community and Technical College recognized and celebrated the Class of 2022 during Spring Commencement ceremonies on Saturday, May 7. Featured speaker Dr. Chrystal Dilworth Henderson was thrilled to be in Paducah speaking to more than 175 candidates for graduation during WKCTC's Spring Commencement recently at the Carson Center for Performing Arts.
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Graduation - 2022 Jun 2

Omicron Delta Kappa Celebrates New Members

Omicron Delta Kappa, the National Leadership Honor Society, welcomed 1,971 new initiates from 78 universities during April 2022. Students initiated into the Society must be sophomores, juniors, seniors, or graduate/professional students in the top 35% of their class, demonstrate leadership experience in at least one of the five pillars, and embrace the ODK ideals. Fewer than five percent of students on a campus are invited to join each year.
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Accepted - 2022 May 16

Zoey Perry named WKCTC's April Student of the Month for 2022!

Congrats to Zoey Perry of Paducah for being named the 2022 April Student of the Month at West Kentucky Community and Technical College. Way to go Zoey! #WKCTCProud
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Student Excellence - 2022 May 2

PTA students raise money for Special Olympics!

In early March 2022, the Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) Class of 2022 at West Kentucky Community and Technical College formed a team for the Polar Plunge to benefit Special Olympics. Ten class members participated in fund raising and six brave students "took the plunge" in Kentucky Lake. The team raised over $500! Breck Boswell also represented the PTA group in the Polar Plunge 5K run event. Way to go everyone! #WKCTCProud
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Community Service - 2022 Mar 22

PTA students at WKCTC volunteered for bowling Special Olympics in 2021

In Fall 2021, several physical therapist assistant students at West Kentucky Community and Technical College volunteered to help with the Regional Special Olympics Bowling Tournament at Cardinal Lanes in Paducah. #WKCTCProud
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Community Service - 2022 Mar 3

WKCTC's Justice Club members volunteer at Paducah's Family Service Society

Members of West Kentucky Community and Technical College's Justice Club, Alpha Epsilon Beta, helped the Family Service Society sort food items on March 1, 2022. Family Service Society, located at 827 Joe Clifton Drive in Paducah, aids residents of Paducah/McCracken County in crisis situations by assisting with basic needs such as food, clothing, prescription medications, emergency dental, utility assistance, personal hygiene items, household goods, and eyeglasses. #WKCTCProud
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Community Service - 2022 Mar 3
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