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Weather Alert • February 18 – 21

Due to projected inclement weather, WKCTC will transition to remote operations starting Tuesday, February 18, 2025, at 3 PM, through Friday, February 21, 2025.

Faculty and staff will be working remotely, and students are expected to engage in remote learning as outlined in their syllabi.

All WKCTC campus locations will be closed.

New Student Orientation

Congrats and Welcome WKCTC!

Students jumping with excitement!

This orientation is here to help you ease into college life and get familiar with all of the amazing resources our campus has to offer. Orientation is mandatory for all new WKCTC students before the semester kicks off. Let’s get you started!

Fall 2025 New Student Orientation Events

Main Campus Orientations are held in the Clemons Fine Arts Center. Please arrive 30 minutes prior to session start time to check-in. We look forward to seeing you on campus!

Sign Up

Main Campus Orientations:

  • Tuesday, June 3rd, 2025 – 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m
  • Tuesday, June 3rd, 2025 – 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m
  • Monday, June 23rd, 2025 – 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m
  • Monday, June 23rd, 2025 – 3:00 p.m to 5:00 p.m
  • Thursday, July 17th, 2025 – 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m
  • Thursday, July 17th, 2025 – 3:00 p.m to 5:00 p.m
  • Thursday, July 31st, 2025 – Time TBA – Paducah School of Art and Design
  • Tuesday, August 5th, 2025 – 4:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m Skilled Craft Trainint Center, Hickory, KY

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Complete Your New Student Orientation Online

Once you have completed your orientation, a confirmation will be emailed to the address you used to complete your orientation.  Missing your email?  Don't forget to check your junk folder and add us to your safe sender list for future notifications!  

Questions about Orientation?  Reach out to:

Tamara Hodges
Tamarak.hodges@kctcs.edu
(270) 534-3069

Additional Video Resources

This Youtube playlist includes more detailed information on the following campus resources:

  • Ready to Work
  • Student Life
  • Diversity and Inclusion
  • WKCTC Bookstore
  • Library Tour
  • Tutoring Center