League for Innovation Board of Directors welcomes Jackson College
November 8, 2019
President Daniel Phelan and the Board of Trustees at Jackson College are excited to announce the College’s acceptance as a Board Member organization to the League for Innovation in the Community College. The League board is comprised of 20 chief executive officers from the most influential, resourceful and dynamic community colleges and districts in the […]
‘A Christmas Carol’ comes to Potter Center stage in Broadway-style musical
November 5, 2019
Enjoy Charles Dickens’ most beloved holiday story, “A Christmas Carol,” as you have never seen it before when it comes to the Potter Center at Jackson College at 7 p.m. Friday, Nov. 22. This celebrated Charles Jones adaptation of Dickens’ A Christmas Carol from Nebraska Theatre Caravan is rich with thrilling ensemble music, alive with color and movement and […]
Basketball tournaments for boys & girls scheduled for January
November 5, 2019
Boys and girls youth basketball teams are invited to January tournaments at Jackson College. A Girls Youth Basketball Tournament for girls in grades 4-8 will be held Jan. 11-12, 2020 at the Victor Cuiss Fieldhouse. Games start at 9 a.m. Cost for teams is $150, with a three-game guarantee. Gate fee is $5 per adult, […]
Garage Sale set for Nov. 7 & 8
November 5, 2019
Find a deal for an office or home when Jackson College hosts a garage sale on Thursday and Friday, Nov. 7-8, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. each day outside the Campus Services Building on the east side of Central Campus. A variety of items will be available for sale, including used office furniture such […]
Celebrate Native American Month at Jackson College
October 31, 2019
November is Native American Heritage Month, a time to commemorate the history of our land’s first inhabitants. Jackson College will present a free celebration from noon to 1 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 7 in the Woodrow Wilson Jr. Multicultural Center, Bert Walker Hall, Room 135. Sponsored by Multicultural Affairs, the celebration will feature samples of Native […]
Jackson Community Concert Band presents Soundtracks Spotlight
October 30, 2019
Jackson Community Concert Band will present its fall concert, “Soundtracks Spotlight,” at 3 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 10 in the Harold Sheffer Music Hall, Potter Center. The band will present a variety of music from soundtracks and more, including “Video Games Live,” and the “Star Wars” Mega Medley. These will feature the College’s new choral group, […]
Nominations sought for King Medal of Service Awards
October 29, 2019
Jackson College is now accepting nominations for the 2020 Martin Luther King Jr. Medal of Service Award. This award recognizes individuals or groups of individuals in Jackson County for their commitment to King’s ideals and community service. Medals will be awarded during the Jackson College King Celebration on Jan. 18, 2020. Applications are currently available […]
Postmodern Jukebox adds classic take on today’s hits
October 23, 2019
To usher in the upcoming Twenty-Twenties, famed time-twisting musical collective Postmodern Jukebox is circling the globe in 2019 on their Welcome to the Twenties 2.0 Tour. The tour comes to the Potter Center at Jackson College at 7 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 2. PMJ is known for reworking popular modern music into different vintage genres, especially […]
Step out: College to officially new Jets Trail fitness path
October 22, 2019
Attention Jackson, there is another fitness option available soon! Jackson College will officially open the new Jets Trail fitness and walking path with a ribbon-cutting ceremony at 4 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 29. This new, 1.25-mile path circles the Central Campus. Walkers and joggers may use the trail to take a break from work or studying, […]
Drumlines roll on at Percussion Concussion
October 21, 2019
Drumroll, please! The Detroit Pistons Drumline will join nine area high school drumlines at the 2019 Percussion Concussion, Wednesday, Oct. 30 at 7 p.m. in the Potter Center’s Harold Sheffer Music Hall. The Percussion Concussion will feature performances from both professional and local percussionists in a fun evening. Performing will be: Detroit Pistons Drumline Columbia […]