Visitor's Guide

West Kentucky Community & Technical College is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, Georgia 30033-4097: Telephone number 404-679-4501) to award the associate degree.

West Kentucky Community & Technical College, a member of the Kentucky Community & Technical College System (KCTCS), is an equal educational and employment opportunity institution.

KENTUCKY COMMUNITY & TECHNICAL COLLEGE SYSTEM

Higher Education Begins Here

Updated: July 17, 2013

WEST KENTUCKYCOMMUNITY & TECHNICAL COLLEGE

A Visitor’s Guide to

Deans/Directors/Coordinators of Academic, Administrative, and Educational Support Units

Associate Vice President of Learning Initiatives Dr. Renea Akin (270) 534-3461

Director of Library ServicesKen Bradshaw (270) 534-3169

Coordinator of Institutional ResearchDr. Karen Boyd (270) 534-3404

Director of the Clemens Fine Arts CenterGail Robinson Butler (270) 534-3213

Director of Teaching Enhancement CenterFaith Crim (270) 534-3258

Coordinator of Student Development, Activities & RecruitmentAmy Elmore (270) 534-3118

Dean of Online Learning&RQQLH�+HÁLQ (270) 534-3470

Director of Student Support Services/TRIOJohn Krupansky (270) 534-3176

Director of External Education, Workforce SolutionsDavid C. Morrison, Jr., (270) 534-33387

Coordinator of Continuing Education & Community ServicesKevin J. O’Neill (270) 534-3206

Director of Adult EducationSamantha Williams (270) 534-3476

Director of Information TechnologyRuby Rodgers (270) 534-3184

Director of Admissions/RegistrarJessica Puffenbarger (270) 534-3249

Veterans Affairs Liaison Kristin Amaya (270) 534-3861

Director of Financial AidNathanial Slaton (270) 534-3244

Director of Master Advising and Assessment CentersDeborah Smith (270) 534-3479

Director of Online Student ServicesSandra Tucker (270) 534-3263

Coordinator of Academic Support CenterMason Tudor (270) 534-3179

Coordinator of Disability Services6KHOLD�+LJKÀO�(270) 534-3406

Director of K-12 PartnershipsLorry Beth Wilson (270) 534-3117

West Kentucky Community & Technical College


Visitor’s GuidePresident & CEO: Dr. Barbara M. Veazey��)$;��

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Kentucky Community & Technical College System

West Kentucky Community & Technical CollegeLeadership Team

President/CEODr. Barbara Veazey (270) 534-3090

Vice President of Academic AffairsDr. Tena Payne (270) 534-3342

Vice President of Learning InitiativesSherry Anderson (270) 534-3145

Vice President of Student AffairsDr. Belinda Dalton-Russell (270) 534-3388

Vice President of Business AffairsSusan Graves (270) 534-3155

Vice President of Workforce and Economic DevelopmentJim Pape (270) 534-3370

Vice President of Administrative ServicesJohn Carrico (270) 534-3089

Vice President of Institutional DevelopmentDr. Steve Freeman (270) 534-3363

Director of Marketing/ Public RelationsJanett Blythe (270) 534-3079

Director of Human ResourcesBridget Canter (270) 534-3458

Director of Advancement(Paducah Junior College Foundation, Inc.)Kay Travis (270) 534-3084

Director of Cultural DiversityJipaum Askew Robinson (270) 534-3420

Deans of Academic Divisions

Dean of Allied Health &Personal Services DivisionPeggy Block (270) 534-3464

Dean of Applied Technologies DivisionStephanie Milliken (270) 534-3394 Dean of Business & ComputerRelated Technologies DivisionTammy Potter (270) 534-3278

Dean of Developmental Education DivisionMaria Flynn (270) 534-3140

Dean of Humanities, Fine Arts &Social Sciences DivisionSharla Hutchinson (270) 534-3275

Dean of Nursing DivisionShari Gholson (270) 534-3372

Dean of the Paducah School of Art & DesignPaul Aho (270) 408-4277

Dean of Science & Mathematics DivisionDr. Karen Hlinka (270) 534-3236

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Source: Economic Modeling Specialists, Inc. (EMSI), 2011

Added Income

College operations effect $19,458,000 Job equivalents 501 jobsStudent productivity effect $107,485,000 Job equivalents 2,769 jobsGRAND TOTAL $126,944,000 Job equivalents 3,270

Operationseffect,$19.5

Productivityeffect,$107.5

Total Added Income in West Kentucky Region Due to WKCTC ($Millions)

FACT SHEET


West KentucKy community & technical college

LEADERSHIPCollege President/CEO: Dr. Barbara M. VeazeyChair, Board of Directors: Deborah EdmondsChair, Paducah Junior College, Inc.: John Williams

CREDIT STUDENT PROFILE(FALL 2012)Enrollment: 7,052Part-time students: 64%Full-time students: 36%Female: 58%Male: 42%

PERSONNELFull-time faculty: 141Part-time faculty: 142Staff: 168

CREDENTIALS AWARDED (2010-2011)WKCTC offers more than 200 associate degree, GLSORPD�DQG�FHUWLÀFDWH�RSWLRQV�LQ��DFDGHPLF�and technical programs. In 2011-2012, the college conferred:� ��DVVRFLDWH�GHJUHHV�� FHUWLÀFDWHV�DQG�GLSORPDV

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COMMUNITY/ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT PARTICIPANTS (2010-2011)Workforce Solutions served over 5,200 participants in credit classes and 6,700 in community education classes in 2011-2012.

WKCTC’s ECONOMIC IMPACT:.&7&�SOD\V�D�VLJQLÀFDQW�UROH�LQ�WKH�ORFDO�economy and is a sound investment from multiple SHUVSHFWLYHV��6WXGHQWV�EHQHÀW�IURP�LPSURYHG�OLIHVW\OHV�DQG�LQFUHDVHG�HDUQLQJV��7D[SD\HUV�EHQHÀW�from a larger economy and lower social costs.

According to a recent study by Economic Modeling Specialists Inc. (EMSI), WKCTC contributes more than $126 million each year to the community through a combination of college operations, student spending, and productivity of graduates in the workforce.

West Kentucky Community and Technical College (WKCTC) has been recognized for two consecutive years E\�7KH�$VSHQ�,QVWLWXWH�DV�RQH�RI�WKH�WRS��FRPPXQLW\�FROOHJHV�LQ�WKH�QDWLRQ�IRU�SURYLGLQJ�VWXGHQWV�ZLWK�strong job training and continuing higher education opportunity, for achieving high completion and transfer rates, and for realizing strong employment results for its graduates.

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WELCOMEWelcome to West Kentucky Community and Technical College

Recognized by The Aspen Institute as One of the Top Community Colleges in the Nation!

West Kentucky Community and Technical College is a comprehensive, regional community college that not only offers traditional two-year transfer Associate in Arts and Associate in Science degrees, but also offers an Associate in Fine Arts degree, $VVRFLDWH�LQ�$SSOLHG�6FLHQFH�GHJUHHV��GLSORPDV��DQG�FHUWLÀFDWHV�LQ�VHYHUDO�WHFKQLFDO�ÀHOGV��

WKCTC is committed to providing high quality educational experiences, meeting the educational needs of the College community, serving as a full partner in business and workforce development, and contributing to the overall economic and social well-being of the region. As we continue to move toward our vision of the College being recognized as a preeminent community college nationwide, our focus continues to be on access, retention, and student success.

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West Kentucky Community and Technical College also provides a great return on your investment. The White House’s recently released College Score Card, ranked WKCTC’s average net price in the low range compared to other community colleges in the nation. The report added that individuals who graduate with an associate degree will make on average almost $5,000 more a year than individuals who only have a high school diploma.

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Barbara Veazey, Ph.D.3UHVLGHQW�&KLHI�([HFXWLYH�2IÀFHUWest Kentucky Community and Technical College

Dr. Barbara Veazey

WKCTC At A Glance

West Kentucky Community and Technical College is a thriving, comprehensive community and technical college where more than 9,000 students annually change their futures with short-term training, programs geared to today’s workplace opportunities, or courses that will count toward a bachelor’s degree when they transfer.

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WKCTC Mission

The mission of West Kentucky Community and Technical College is to provide excellence in teaching and learning, promote student success, and support economic development.

WKCTC is nestled on 234 beautiful acres in Paducah’s north side and includes 18 separate buildings and three leased, off-campus facilities for a total of more than 665,000 square feet of facilities. In addition to the main campus on Alben Barkley Drive in Paducah, classes are offered at:

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A History of West Kentucky Community & Technical College

West Kentucky Community and Technical College is a powerful example of what a successful postsecondary institution must be in the 21st century. Our comprehensive college arose from the foundations of two remarkable institutions – Paducah Community College and West Kentucky Technical College.

West Kentucky Technical College was founded in 1909 by Dr. Dennis Henry Anderson as West Kentucky Industrial College��D�WUDLQLQJ�VFKRRO�IRU�$IULFDQ�$PHULFDQ�WHDFKHUV��7KH�ÀUVW�EXLOGLQJ�ZDV�ORFDWHG�DW�ZKDW�LV�now 1400 HC Mathis Drive. West Kentucky Industrial College became a state-supported junior college in 1918.

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Meanwhile in 1938, West Kentucky Industrial College’s teaching program merged with West Kentucky State College in Frankfort. The college became known as the West Kentucky Vocational School and more YRFDWLRQDO�WUDLQLQJ�SURJUDPV�ZHUH�DGGHG�WR�WKH�VFKRRO·V�RIIHULQJV��0�+��*ULIÀQ�ZDV�WKH�VFKRRO·V�ÀUVW�SUHVLGHQW�

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Over the years, there have been many changes in both colleges, including changes in the focus of academic programs, changes of college names, changes of college campus locations and change of governance. In 1997, the two colleges were united under one system umbrella when they joined the Kentucky Community and Technical College System (KCTCS) as a result of the Kentucky Postsecondary Education Improvement Act of 1997.

Collaboration grew among the two colleges until an effort to consolidate into one seamless institution was ERUQ��,Q��'U��%DUEDUD�9HD]H\�ZDV�LQDXJXUDWHG�DV�WKH�ÀUVW�SUHVLGHQW�RI West Kentucky Community and Technical College.

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The City of Paducah

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West Kentucky Community & Technical CollegeAGENDA FOR YOUR VISIT

(All times CST and subject to change)

Thursday, July 18 1:15 p.m. Arrive in Paducah - Anderson Technical Building

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Nate Slaton

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West Kentucky Community & Technical College Main Campus and Paducah School of Art’s Madison Hall

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The City of Paducah

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A History of West Kentucky Community & Technical College

West Kentucky Community and Technical College is a powerful example of what a successful postsecondary institution must be in the 21st century. Our comprehensive college arose from the foundations of two remarkable institutions – Paducah Community College and West Kentucky Technical College.

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WELCOMEWelcome to West Kentucky Community and Technical College

Recognized by The Aspen Institute as One of the Top Community Colleges in the Nation!

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WKCTC is committed to providing high quality educational experiences, meeting the educational needs of the College community, serving as a full partner in business and workforce development, and contributing to the overall economic and social well-being of the region. As we continue to move toward our vision of the College being recognized as a preeminent community college nationwide, our focus continues to be on access, retention, and student success.

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West Kentucky Community and Technical College also provides a great return on your investment. The White House’s recently released College Score Card, ranked WKCTC’s average net price in the low range compared to other community colleges in the nation. The report added that individuals who graduate with an associate degree will make on average almost $5,000 more a year than individuals who only have a high school diploma.

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Barbara Veazey, Ph.D.3UHVLGHQW�&KLHI�([HFXWLYH�2IÀFHUWest Kentucky Community and Technical College

Dr. Barbara Veazey

WKCTC At A Glance

West Kentucky Community and Technical College is a thriving, comprehensive community and technical college where more than 9,000 students annually change their futures with short-term training, programs geared to today’s workplace opportunities, or courses that will count toward a bachelor’s degree when they transfer.

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WKCTC Mission

The mission of West Kentucky Community and Technical College is to provide excellence in teaching and learning, promote student success, and support economic development.

WKCTC is nestled on 234 beautiful acres in Paducah’s north side and includes 18 separate buildings and three leased, off-campus facilities for a total of more than 665,000 square feet of facilities. In addition to the main campus on Alben Barkley Drive in Paducah, classes are offered at:

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Source: Economic Modeling Specialists, Inc. (EMSI), 2011

Added Income

College operations effect $19,458,000 Job equivalents 501 jobsStudent productivity effect $107,485,000 Job equivalents 2,769 jobsGRAND TOTAL $126,944,000 Job equivalents 3,270

Operationseffect,$19.5

Productivityeffect,$107.5

Total Added Income in West Kentucky Region Due to WKCTC ($Millions)

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West KentucKy community & technical college

LEADERSHIPCollege President/CEO: Dr. Barbara M. VeazeyChair, Board of Directors: Deborah EdmondsChair, Paducah Junior College, Inc.: John Williams

CREDIT STUDENT PROFILE(FALL 2012)Enrollment: 7,052Part-time students: 64%Full-time students: 36%Female: 58%Male: 42%

PERSONNELFull-time faculty: 141Part-time faculty: 142Staff: 168

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COMMUNITY/ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT PARTICIPANTS (2010-2011)Workforce Solutions served over 5,200 participants in credit classes and 6,700 in community education classes in 2011-2012.

WKCTC’s ECONOMIC IMPACT:.&7&�SOD\V�D�VLJQLÀFDQW�UROH�LQ�WKH�ORFDO�economy and is a sound investment from multiple SHUVSHFWLYHV��6WXGHQWV�EHQHÀW�IURP�LPSURYHG�OLIHVW\OHV�DQG�LQFUHDVHG�HDUQLQJV��7D[SD\HUV�EHQHÀW�from a larger economy and lower social costs.

According to a recent study by Economic Modeling Specialists Inc. (EMSI), WKCTC contributes more than $126 million each year to the community through a combination of college operations, student spending, and productivity of graduates in the workforce.

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West Kentucky Community & Technical CollegeLeadership Team

President/CEODr. Barbara Veazey (270) 534-3090

Vice President of Academic AffairsDr. Tena Payne (270) 534-3342

Vice President of Learning InitiativesSherry Anderson (270) 534-3145

Vice President of Student AffairsDr. Belinda Dalton-Russell (270) 534-3388

Vice President of Business AffairsSusan Graves (270) 534-3155

Vice President of Workforce and Economic DevelopmentJim Pape (270) 534-3370

Vice President of Administrative ServicesJohn Carrico (270) 534-3089

Vice President of Institutional DevelopmentDr. Steve Freeman (270) 534-3363

Director of Marketing/ Public RelationsJanett Blythe (270) 534-3079

Director of Human ResourcesBridget Canter (270) 534-3458

Director of Advancement(Paducah Junior College Foundation, Inc.)Kay Travis (270) 534-3084

Director of Cultural DiversityJipaum Askew Robinson (270) 534-3420

Deans of Academic Divisions

Dean of Allied Health &Personal Services DivisionPeggy Block (270) 534-3464

Dean of Applied Technologies DivisionStephanie Milliken (270) 534-3394 Dean of Business & ComputerRelated Technologies DivisionTammy Potter (270) 534-3278

Dean of Developmental Education DivisionMaria Flynn (270) 534-3140

Dean of Humanities, Fine Arts &Social Sciences DivisionSharla Hutchinson (270) 534-3275

Dean of Nursing DivisionShari Gholson (270) 534-3372

Dean of the Paducah School of Art & DesignPaul Aho (270) 408-4277

Dean of Science & Mathematics DivisionDr. Karen Hlinka (270) 534-3236

Deans/Directors/Coordinators of Academic, Administrative, and Educational Support Units

Associate Vice President of Learning Initiatives Dr. Renea Akin (270) 534-3461

Director of Library ServicesKen Bradshaw (270) 534-3169

Coordinator of Institutional ResearchDr. Karen Boyd (270) 534-3404

Director of the Clemens Fine Arts CenterGail Robinson Butler (270) 534-3213

Director of Teaching Enhancement CenterFaith Crim (270) 534-3258

Coordinator of Student Development, Activities & RecruitmentAmy Elmore (270) 534-3118

Dean of Online Learning&RQQLH�+HÁLQ (270) 534-3470

Director of Student Support Services/TRIOJohn Krupansky (270) 534-3176

Director of External Education, Workforce SolutionsDavid C. Morrison, Jr., (270) 534-33387

Coordinator of Continuing Education & Community ServicesKevin J. O’Neill (270) 534-3206

Director of Adult EducationSamantha Williams (270) 534-3476

Director of Information TechnologyRuby Rodgers (270) 534-3184

Director of Admissions/RegistrarJessica Puffenbarger (270) 534-3249

Veterans Affairs Liaison Kristin Amaya (270) 534-3861

Director of Financial AidNathanial Slaton (270) 534-3244

Director of Master Advising and Assessment CentersDeborah Smith (270) 534-3479

Director of Online Student ServicesSandra Tucker (270) 534-3263

Coordinator of Academic Support CenterMason Tudor (270) 534-3179

Coordinator of Disability Services6KHOLD�+LJKÀO�(270) 534-3406

Director of K-12 PartnershipsLorry Beth Wilson (270) 534-3117


West Kentucky Community & Technical College is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, Georgia 30033-4097: Telephone number 404-679-4501) to award the associate degree.

West Kentucky Community & Technical College, a member of the Kentucky Community & Technical College System (KCTCS), is an equal educational and employment opportunity institution.

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