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Press Releases 2001

JCC's Theatrewerks Goes 'Blonde'

Get ready for a night of outrageous comedy and drama as the Theatre Company of Jackson Community College presents Theatrewerks:  Blonde, a collection of one-act plays from the cutting edge.  Full story...

11/30/01

Winter Registration Starting at Jackson Community College

Make a New Year's resolution to get started on that new career opportunity.   Register now at any of JCC's four locations for the Winter 2002 semester, with classes beginning January 7.  Full story...

11/29/01

Nurses Wanted:  Panel to Discuss Nursing Profession

The 2001-2002 Jackson Community College/University of Michigan nursing transfer program proudly presents Explore Nursing: Nurses Wanted, a panel discussion highlighting opportunities in the field.  Full story...

11/19/01
 Holiday Bazaar to Benefit Dahlem Center

Searching for that truly unique holiday gift?  How about a natural beeswax candle or one-of-a-kind evergreen wreath?  Find these and much more when the Dahlem Environmental Education Center at Jackson Community College and the Michigan Audubon Society will host their annual Holiday Bazaar...  Full story...

11/12/01

Work Out, Give Back at JCC This Thanksgiving

This year, enjoy Thanksgiving dinner without guilt!  Work out at the Jackson Community College Fieldhouse before tackling the turkey and stuffing.  JCC will host its annual Can-Can Workout from 8 a.m. to noon Thanksgiving Day, November 22.  Full story...

11/06/01
 Local Poet to Share His Works

Jackson's own Bill E. Worthey will share his poetry at Jackson Community College's next Writers in Person series event, on Thursday, November 15, from 1-2:30 p.m. in Room 212, Bert Walker Hall.  Full story...

11/06/01

College Night Planned at JCC

Students of all ages are welcome to attend College Night, coming Tuesday, November 6, from 6:30-8:30 p.m. Full story...

10/30/01

Community Concert Band Kicks Off Season with 'Homegrown'

The 15th season of concerts by the Jackson Community Concert Band starts out with the concert "Homegrown!" and will celebrate our heritage as Americans, as Michiganders, and as Jacksonians; a celebration of us all.   Full story...

10/23/01

JCC Flight Center to Host Open House

The largest community college flight program in the nation will open its doors on Monday, October 29, to the community.  Jackson Community College will host an open house from 4 to 6 p.m. at the Flight Center located at the Jackson County Airport.  Full story...

10/22/01
 Dinner, Dancing and Dessert

Enjoy an evening out with Dinner, Dancing and Dessert, coming up Saturday, November 3 at Jackson Community College's George E. Potter Center cafeteria.  Full story... 

10/18/01

Dracula Production Offers Plenty of Bite

The Transylvanian legend will rise again at Jackson Community College as the Theatre Company prepares its first production of the year, Bram Stoker's classic tale of horror, Dracula.  Full story... 

10/18/01

Oktoberfest Celebrates Health Careers

Jackson Community College's Departments of Allied Health and Nursing will celebrate Oktoberfest by giving the community a close-up look at the career opportunities available in the health sciences on Sunday, October 21, from noon to 3 p.m. in Justin Whiting Hall.   Full story...

10/05/01
 Things That Go Bump in the Night!

 Don't be afraid of the dark!  It's time for Goblin Walks at the Dahlem Environmental Education Center at Jackson Community College.  Dahlem has Goblin Walks set for October 26-27 this year.  Full story...

10/05/01
 JCC Online Wellness Course Takes First Place

Jackson Community College is pleased to announce that the Internet Wellness Course, developed by Professor James J. Scott, of the Allied Health, Health and Physical Fitness Department, is the regional recipient of the Educational Materials of the Year Award, presented by the Governor's Council on Physical Fitness.  Full story...

10/01/01

Walk By the Light of the Moon

 The Native American "hunters moon" invites an exploration of nature's predators during the Full Moon Walk program scheduled for 7 p.m. on Tuesday, October 2 at the Dahlem Environmental Education Center.  Full story...

09/24/01

Child Care Center Dedicated to Lee and Norma Howser

Jackson Community College recognized retired President Lee Howser and wife, Norma Howser, today by dedicating the College's Child Care Center in their honor.  Full story...

09/19/01

Join the Insect Safari at Dahlem Center

 Did you know that over one million different types of insects have been identified on the earth, more than all other animals combined.  Nearly 100,000 species of insects can be found in North America alone.  If you find these facts to be interesting or if you enjoy looking for insects, then you should join us on Saturday, September 29 at 10:00 a.m. for an "Insect Safari."  Full story...

09/19/01

JCC Plans Support Groups in Wake of Tragedies

 Jackson Community College will host several upcoming meetings to discuss and process the recent terrorist tragedies in New York City and Washington, D.C.   Full story...

09/18/01

Larger Sessions for GED Test Planned

The time to finish up your GED is now!  In response to high demand for adults hoping to finish their GED test before the end of the year, Jackson Community College will offer two special test dates, Thursday, October 18, and Wednesday, October 24, with space for up to 100 people each.  Full story...

09/12/01

Get The Answers on a Career in Teaching

Want to change the world?  Become a teacher!  Jackson Community College will host an Education Forum entitled "Fact & Fiction: Everything You Wanted to Know About Teacher Education," on Wednesday, September 12, to introduce students and community members to the opportunities in the field of teacher education.  Full story...

09/06/01

Continuing Ed Director Tapped to Head Downtown Center          

Jackson Community College is pleased to announce the selection of Marian Burlingham as the new Director of the College's Robert L. Johnson Downtown Center.  Marian has worked with JCC for 12 years in the Center for Continuing Education... Full story...

09/06/01

WWII Series Looks at Air War in the Pacific                           

Jackson Community College's Center for Continuing Education announces the next episode in the continuing series World War II Revisited, with this month's topic "Pacific Island, Philippines, Air War in the Pacific, 1943-44," coming up Wednesday, September 12, at 6 p.m. in the George E. Potter Center.   Full story...

09/05/01

Go Back to School With Continuing Ed Offerings

Watch your mailbox for the Fall schedule of classes and activities from the Center for Continuing Education at Jackson Community College.  Full story... 

08/22/01

TEACH Program Comes to JCC 

The Michigan 4C Association has received a contract to implement T.E.A.C.H. (Teacher Education And Compensation Helps) in Michigan. Through T.E.A.C.H., the Michigan 4C Association will award college scholarships, reimbursement for books and travel stipends for child care providers who pursue career development by attending courses at community colleges in Michigan. Full story... 

08/13/01

On The Home Front:  WW II Series Looks at Efforts Stateside

Jackson Community College's Center for Continuing Education is pleased to announce the next episode in the continuing series World War II Revisited:  The Home Front, coming up Wednesday, August 8, at 6 p.m. in the George Potter Center. Full story...  

08/03/01

Genetics Expert Coming to JCC

 Hear the latest in genetics breakthroughs, advances and ethical issues as Jackson Community College's Center for Continuing Education hosts a Genetics Update with nationally known expert, Samuel A. Rhine, director of the Genetic Education Center near Indianapolis, Ind.  Rhine will speak at 6:30 p.m. Thursday, August 16, in the George Potter Center on JCC's main campus.  Full story...   

07/26/01

Nursing Transfer Program a Good Start Toward Promising Career

Jennifer Kiebler enjoys her job.  As a registered nurse in Foote Hospital's Labor and Delivery Department, Jennifer is putting her nursing skills to work in one of the most promising fields today.  Full story...

07/25/01

Registration Underway for Fall

Head back to school this fall at Jackson Community College.   Register now at any of JCC's four locations for the Fall 2001 semester, with classes beginning August 20.     Full story...

07/18/01

Medicaid Billing Topic of Workshop

Doctor's offices and other professionals will need to prepare for upcoming changes in the Medicaid billing process, and Jackson Community College is ready to help.  JCC's Center for Continuing Education office will host four seminars in July on Medicaid Uniform Billing in Michigan.   Full story...

07/16/01

Students Receive Presidential Recognition for Service

Six Jackson Community College students received the President's Student Service Award this week for their outstanding contributions to the community during the past year, the first time the awards have been presented at JCC.  Full story...

07/13/01

English as a Second Language Program to Begin

Jackson Community College is expanding learning opportunities for international students and residents by offering a new English as a Second Language (ESL) study program.  Full story...

07/11/01

Financial Assistance Available to Students in Special Populations

Have you or someone you know had thoughts about going back to college but aren't sure how to pay for it?  Jackson Community College offers financial assistance through a federally funded grant called Special Populations.  The grant provides financial assistance for tuition, fees, books, childcare and mileage to several groups:   Full story...

06/28/01

JCC Honors Outstanding Administrator, Support Staff Member

Diane Fenby, director of Human Resources for Jackson Community College, was recognized for outstanding service and commitment with a Distinguished Administrator Award for 2000-01.  Charlotte Finnegan received the 2000-01 Outstanding Support Staff Award.    Full story...

06/27/01

Laura Thurlow Receives High Marks for Outstanding Teaching

Jackson Community College proudly recognizes Laura Thurlow, assistant professor of Biology, Geology, Geography, Chemistry and Physics, as the recipient of the 2001 J. Ward Preston Outstanding Faculty Award.   Full story...

06/25/01

Graphic Arts on Display 

Students in JCC's Visual Communication/ Graphic Design program will show their creations at an upcoming Portfolio Exhibition on June 28, 2001, from 6:30-8 p.m. in George E. Potter Center, Federer Room C.   Full story...

06/25/01

World of activities await at Ecology Day Camp 

06/15/01

Faculty & Staff Art Show Underway 

06/08/01

World War II Revisited Series Continues 

06/06/01

GED Test to Change in 2002 

06/05/01

Jazz Ensemble to Perform

06/01/01

WILD EDIBLES EXPLORED AT DAHLEM CENTER EVENT

05/25/01

ART INSTRUCTOR TO ATTEND NATIONAL INSTITUTE

05/23/01

JCC SUMMER BAND CAMP

05/16/01
 CARE FASHION SHOW HITS RUNWAY 05/11/01

ROSE RUN REGISTRATION UNDERWAY

05/11/01
 COUPLES MASSAGE WORKSHOP 05/04/01
 STUDENT ARTISTS ON DISPLAY AT SPRING SHOW 05/01/01

Jackson Community College Celebrates Grand Opening...

04/25/01

JCC Instructors Present New Online Programs at National Conference

04/24/01

Students Included into Business Honor Society 

04/24/01

Learning Through Service

04/20/01

PHI THETA KAPPA HONOR SOCIETY INDUCTION

04/18/01
 DAHLEM CENTER CELEBRATES TREES FOR EARTH DAY 04/17/01
 'Cinderella Waltz' A Grown-up Look at Familiar Story 04/17/01

Technology Expo 2001

04/12/01

JCC Welcomes New President

04/11/01

JCC Spring Registration Underway

04/04/01

Nursing Students Help Raise Awareness

04/04/01

Students Offered a Taste of College

04/03/01

Celebrate Secretary's Day

04/02/01

Jackson Community Concert Choir in Concert

04/02/01

Spring Concert at JCC

03/14/01

A World of Music

03/08/01

Engineering Career Day

03/05/01
 Alternative Therapies Day 02/22/01
 Parent Night Open House 02/16/01
 JCC Professor Writes Local History Play 02/12/01
 JCC Announces Fall Dean's List 02/12/01
 Get Started with an Automotive Career 01/23/01
 Great Lakes International Aviation Conference 01/23/01
 JCC Welcomes New CARE Students 01/16/01
 Brain Games at JCC 01/15/01
 Martin Luther King Dinner   01/03/01
 World War II Revisited 01/03/01

 

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Updated 02/26/07