Pathfinder Orientation | MCC

CAMPUS ALERT - INSTITUTIONAL CLOSING

MCC's campuses and facilities will close at noon on Friday, December 20, 2024, and will remain closed until January 3, 2025. We'll reopen on our regular schedule starting Monday, January 6, 2025.

Pathfinder Orientation

Welcome to MCC! Pathfinder Orientation is scheduled for Friday, August 9, 2024, at 11:00 am and 1:00 pm at the MCC North Campus. Pathfinder Orientation will allow you to meet new people, pick sessions, and explore the resources available at Madisonville Community College.

What's Next?

We highly recommend starting with the Welcome session and then selecting additional sessions.

View the MCC North Campus Map here.

SESSIONS:

Welcome

Glema Mahr Center for the Arts | 25-minute session

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

  • SESSION 1: 11:00AM - 11:25AM
  • SESSION 2: 1:00PM - 1:25PM

Financial Aid

JHG 309 | 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 & 2:00PM

Navigating Blackboard

JHG C-90 | 25-minute session

Blackboard is the online learning environment for your MCC classes. Come learn how to access assignments, view grades, communicate with your instructors, and much more!

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

The Learning Space

JHG 306 | 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: 11:45AM, 12:00PM & 12:15PM
  • SESSION 2: 1:45PM, 2:00PM & 2:15PM

TRIO/SSS

JHG 305 | 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: 11:45AM, 12:00PM & 12:15PM
  • SESSION 2: 1:45PM, 2:00PM & 2:15PM

Campus Tours

JHG Student Center | 30-minute tours 

Need a tour of MCC? Check with our student leaders! Tours will be available for North Campus. 

  • SESSION 1: 11:30am, 12:00pm & 12:30pm
  • SESSION 2: 1:30pm, 2:00pm, 2:30pm & 3:00pm

INFORMATION FAIR:

Accessibility Services & Veteran Services

JHG 108

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. 

Advising/Enrollment Center

JHG C-30

The MCC Enrollment Center houses Admission, Advising, Career Services, Dual Credit, Recruitment, and Transfer. Be sure to stop by if you have any questions or concerns. 

Business Office 

JHG 129

The MCC Business Office will be open to pay your bill or answer payment questions.

Campus Bookstore

BEC Lower Level

Stop by and check out MCC swag, purchase or rent new and used textbooks, or opt for the e-version when available. Please bring a copy of your class schedule and a photo ID! 

Celebrate Cultural Diversity!

JHG Student Center

Visit us and learn more about how you can get involved in celebrating different cultures as excitement builds for our next MCC International Cultural Celebration - April 2025. We welcome students from all backgrounds. Find out more.

Kynect

JHG 103

Kynect is the state-based marketplace for health insurance in Kentucky. It offers Medicaid, KCHIP, premium assistance, qualified health plans, and more for individuals. Stop by to see if you qualify.

Library/Student ID 

LRC (Library) | view the virtual session here

Stop by anytime and visit the library to get your Student ID. Please bring a government-issued photo ID.

MCC Honors Program

JHG 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! 

Need a Job?

JHG 345

The Federal Work-Study Program provides jobs for students with a financial need. Job opportunities are available on campus or community service in the public interest. The program offers competitive wages and flexibility around your school schedule.

Records Office

JHG C-80

Need a copy of your class schedule or bill? Have questions about transcripts or graduation? Visit the student records office!

Ready to Work

JHG 142 | view the virtual session here

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.

Safety & Security

JHG 104

Resource officers Chris Noel and Mike Lantrip will provide tips about general campus safety.

Student Affairs Office

JHG 107

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.

Study Abroad

JHG Student Center

MCC's Study Abroad program offers incredible, life-changing educational trips. Come learn about the Study Abroad 2025 trip!

Thanks for choosing MCC and for attending Pathfinder Orientation!