Welcome to MCC!
Join us for Pathfinder Orientation on Friday, August 8, 2025, at 9:00AM or 11:30AM on the North Campus. Meet new people, attend helpful sessions, and discover all the resources MCC has to offer.
Pathfinder Orientation
What's Next?
We highly recommend starting with the Welcome session and then selecting additional sessions.
View the MCC North Campus Map here.
Sessions
Stop by these short sessions to learn about important departments and services to help you succeed.
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鈥檚 activities, and expectations at MCC.
SESSION 1: 9:00AM - 9:25AM
SESSION 2: 11:30AM - 11:55AM
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: 9:30AM, 10:00AM, 10:30AM
SESSION 2: 12:00PM, 12:30PM, 1:00PM
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: 9:30AM, 10:00AM, 10:30AM
SESSION 2: 12:00PM, 12:30PM, 1:00PM
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: 9:30AM, 10:00AM, 10:30AM
SESSION 2: 12:00PM, 12:30PM, 1:00PM
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: 9:45AM, 10:15AM, 10:45AM
SESSION 2: 12:15PM, 12:45PM, 1:15PM
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.
TOUR TIMES: 10:00AM, 10:30AM, 11:30AM, 12:00PM, 1:30PM, 2:00PM
Information Fair
Visit with different groups on campus at our Information Fair in the Student Center.
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!
Study Abroad
JHG Student Center
MCC's Study Abroad program offers incredible, life-changing educational trips. Come learn about the Study Abroad 2025 trip!
Celebrate Campus & Community Engagement!
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 2026. We welcome students from all backgrounds. Find out more.
Need Help?
Visit these offices if you have questions or need assistance.
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!
Federal Work Study
JHG 345
The Federal Work Study Program offers part-time jobs to eligible students to help pay for school, with opportunities for community service and work related to your studies.
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) |
Stop by anytime and visit the library to get your Student ID. Please bring a government-issued photo ID.
Ready to Work
JHG 142 |
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.
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!
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.