Pathfinder Orientation | MCC

Pathfinder Orientation

Welcome to MCC! The MCC-Muhlenberg Campus Pathfinder Orientation is scheduled for Thursday, August 10, 2023, at 11:00 am and 1:00 pm. Pathfinder Orientation will allow you to meet new people, pick sessions, and explore the resources available at Madisonville Community College.

What's Next?

Pathfinder Orientation check-in will begin in the main lobby of the Muhlenberg Campus. We highly recommend starting with the Welcome session and then selecting additional sessions.

View the MCC-Muhlenberg Campus Map here.

WELCOME SESSIONS

Room 101 | 25-minute session

A welcome to campus from Dr. Kelley, MCC President, Dr. Sid Hill, Provost, Dr. Mary Werner, Academic Dean, Patricia Lovett, Dean of Student Affairs, and Dr. Brittney Stevenson, Muhlenberg Campus Manager. Introduction of the day’s activities, and expectations at MCC-Muhlenberg Campus.

  • SESSION 1: 11:00AM
  • SESSION 2: 1:OOPM

Financial Aid

Room 101 | 25-minute session

This session will offer you information on how your scholarships, grants, and loans help support your financial needs while attending school. The session will also answer any questions you may have about your financial aid.

  • SESSION 1: 11:30AM & 12:00PM
  • SESSION 2: 1:30PM & 2:30PM

tRIO/SSS

Room 108 | 10-15 minute session

For over 30 years, TRIO SSS students have excelled at MCC! Students who participate in SSS are more likely to have higher GPAs and are more likely to graduate and transfer because of the extra support services they receive. Stop by and find out more about our services, activities, and opportunities that you will have access to as a participant. Eligibility is based on Department of Education requirements and an application is required. Target population: first-generation college student OR income eligible OR documented disability.

  • SESSION 1: 11:30AM & 12:15PM
  • SESSION 2: 1:30PM & 2:15PM

The Learning Space

Room 110 | 10-15 minute session

Head over to The Learning Space and get help setting up your KCTCS user account. Learn how to access important applications such as MyPath, Email, BlackBoard, Student Self-Service, Microsoft Office, and more. This is also the place to find out more about getting help with your classes and tech issues. Free tutoring and success coaching are available for all MCC students. 

  • SESSION 1: 11:30AM & 12:15PM
  • SESSION 2: 1:30PM & 2:15PM

Accessibility Services & Veteran Services  

Room 109 | 10-15 minute session

The Accessibility Services Office coordinates services that ensure students with disabilities have equal access to all educational opportunities. MCC also works closely with veteran students to make sure they receive all benefits they are entitled to receive for their military service. 

  • SESSION 1: 11:45AM & 12:15PM
  • SESSION 2: 1:45PM & 2:15PM

National Guard

Room 203 | 10-15 minute session

Come learn about the National Guard and the ways it serves both the community, and the country, and how it can benefit you educationally and financially.

  • SESSION 1: 11:30AM, 11:45AM, 12:00PM & 12:15PM
  • SESSION 2: 1:30PM, 1:45PM, 2:00PM & 2:15PM

adult education

Room 210 | 10-15 minute session

Adult Education can provide GED, college, and workforce prep - all for free!

  • SESSION 1: 11:30AM, 11:45AM, 12:00PM & 12:15PM
  • SESSION 2: 1:30PM, 1:45PM, 2:00PM & 2:15PM

advising help & Student ID

Front Office

Stop by the Muhlenberg Campus front desk and get your picture taken for your photo ID. Please bring a government-issued photo ID. Need a copy of your class schedule or purchasing textbooks? Stop and get the answers!

Student affairs office

Student Center

Come learn about the various MCC student organizations, clubs, Emergency Fund, food pantry, and Therapy Assistance Online (TAO) program, a service free to MCC students.

Need a Job?

Student Center

Are you interested in working at MCC or job placement in the community while earning your degree? The Federal Work-Study Program offers a competitive wage and works around student schedules.

Ready to Work

JHG 108

The Ready to Work program is a collaboration between the Kentucky Community and Technical College (KCTCS) and the Kentucky Cabinet for Health and Family Services. The program helps students balance family, work, and school. It also offers work-study opportunities, advocacy, and mentorship.

Let’s Talk about Transfer

Student Center

Come learn about the transfer opportunities with Brescia University, Murray State University, and Western Kentucky University Owensboro.

MCC Honors Program

Student Center

The MCC Honors Program allows our students the chance to shine! This program is open to students with a 3.0 GPA or above. Benefits include scholarship opportunities, individualized scholarly projects, extracurricular trips, and a close community of like-minded students and faculty-driven to help students excel!

Thanks for choosing MCC and for attending Pathfinder Orientation!