Finding opportunity close to home: NoNo Pyne’s Jackson College journey

Choosing Jackson College was the right decision for student NoNo Pyne — and being part of the TRIO Student Support Services program opened even more doors.

Pyne enrolled at Jackson College in 2024 after taking a five-year break following high school. After several years of working — including a year in home health caregiving — the Jackson native decided to give college a try. With the campus close to home, Jackson College felt like the right place to start.

“Looking back, I am so glad I picked it. The campus has its own charm that I really didn’t understand before coming here,” Pyne said.

He began in general studies, working toward an Associate of Arts degree and completion of the Michigan Transfer Agreement. He’s gotten involved along the way, including singing with the college choir, Vocal Point, and tutoring fellow students in the Center for Student Success. He plans to graduate this spring and hopes to transfer to the University of Michigan to study data science.

After learning about TRIO at a Pathways Showcase Day, Pyne decided to get involved. As a first-generation college student, he found TRIO offered meaningful support — including tutoring, academic advising, visits to four-year colleges, service projects, cultural trips, and community-building events.

“TRIO is a real value. There’s a real culture of help and support,” he said. “There are field trips, like to McCourtie Park, that are fun outings. I would never let those go to waste.”

With the support of TRIO and Jackson College, Pyne says enrolling was one of the best decisions he’s made.

“It’s been one great educational journey. Now I think, wow — why did I wait so long?

Free CNC Fridays offer hands-on manufacturing training

Marilynn Fryer

July 2, 2026

Area teachers and community members looking to expand their advanced manufacturing knowledge are invited to participate in Free CNC Fridays at Jackson College this summer. The free, hands-on training introduces participants to computer-aided design (CAD), computer-aided manufacturing (CAM) and computer numerical control (CNC) machining while earning credit toward certification. The workshops will be held Friday,…

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College launches region’s first accredited Blockchain certificate programs

Marilynn Fryer

July 2, 2026

This fall, Jackson College will become the first college in the region to offer accredited courses and certificates in blockchain technology. The new programs reflect the growing importance of blockchain in today’s workforce and provide students with opportunities to develop skills in one of the fastest-growing technology sectors. Blockchain is a type of digital database…

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Nourish Your Well-Being at free nutrition-focused HealthWise

Marilynn Fryer

July 2, 2026

Community members are invited to a free HealthWise event exploring nutrition set for Monday, July 27 in the Medical Simulation Center, Justin Whiting Hall, 10-11:30 a.m. Discover how the food you eat can impact your overall health and well-being. Join Jackson College’s dental hygiene students as they present “Nourish Your Well-Being: Discover the Power” and…

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84 student-athletes earn MCCAA academic honors

Marilynn Fryer

July 2, 2026

Congratulations to the Jackson College Jets student-athletes recognized by the Michigan Community College Athletic Association (MCCAA) for their outstanding academic achievement! These student-athletes have excelled both in the classroom and in competition. Jackson College congratulates the 73 students who earned Academic All-MCCAA honors by achieving a 3.20 or higher grade-point average (GPA) while completing at…

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Teach a class, share your expertise: Adjunct Hiring Fair coming in July

Marilynn Fryer

June 30, 2026

Interested in teaching for Jackson College? Learn more when the college hosts an Adjunct Hiring Fair on Tuesday, July 14 in Bert Walker Hall, Central Campus.   Adjunct instructors are part-time college professors who may teach one or two classes each semester or serve as clinical instructors for health programs. Teaching part-time for Jackson College…

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Get skills for today’s manufacturing careers in just 2 semesters, all in Hillsdale

Marilynn Fryer

June 22, 2026

HILLSDALE — Jackson College will help meet the growing demand for skilled manufacturing workers with its Production Technician Certificate program offered at the Hillsdale Campus. Students may benefit from a program that can be completed in just two semesters, with additional summer specialization options available, allowing students to quickly prepare for careers in manufacturing and…

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