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December 11, 2024
Jackson State hosts police leadership training, certifies 21 officers from three states
Two-day course focused on leadership develop for police officers
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November 14, 2024
Priddy named inaugural Cross Country Head Coach
State Champion Coach to Lead the Green Jays
November 13, 2024
JSCC Athletics to host Inaugural Holiday Toy Drive for the Community
JSCC Athletics Gifts Bring Holiday Cheer
November 12, 2024
Kapales Named Inaugural Women’s Volleyball Head Coach
Former D1 Standout to lead the program
November 5, 2024
St. Patrick’s Day 5K Coming to Hub City
Event by JSCC Foundation to raise funds for student textbooks
October 31, 2024
JSCC, TCAT Jackson to break ground on Regional Workforce Training Center
67,000+ square foot facility to allow program expansions
October 10, 2024
JSCC Men’s and Women’s Basketball Kick-off 2024-25 Season, unveil program changes
Event ticketing and clear bag policy implemented
October 8, 2024
Chancellor’s Award for Excellence in Philanthropy awarded to JSCC Faculty Member
Awarded for giving more than $10,000 to student scholarships during their tenure.
September 30, 2024
Robo Rumble returns to the Hub City, featuring local, regional high school robotics teams
48 teams to compete in 2nd Annual Hub City Robo Rumble.
September 30, 2024
UpSkill Workforce Readiness Program Enrollment Deadline Extended
Program provides essential workforce skills at no cost to participants.
September 27, 2024
Tacos, Tecates & Scholarships fundraiser to take place at Skillet Junction
The 3rd Annual Tacos, Tecates & Scholarships fundraiser is BACK to raise funds for student scholarships!
September 5, 2024
Excel Courses Being Offered at JSCC in September
Workforce Solutions will offer the three-part Microsoft Excel series in September. Learn the fundamentals of this essential spread
February 19, 2024
JSCC Faculty named finalist for the Statewide Outstanding Achievement Recognition Award
Jackson State Community College (JSCC) Work-based Learning Coordinator Catherine Roberts has been selected as a finalist for the S
February 5, 2024
AMT Co-op earns national award for Program of Promise
Jackson State Community College’s (JSCC) AMT Co-op will be awarded the Program of Promise Award during the 48th Annual NOSS
January 24, 2024
Chrystal Taylor recognized by Rural Health Association at Annual Conference
Jackson State Community College’s (JSCC) Chrystal Taylor was recently presented the 2023 Collaboration Award at the Rural Health A
November 13, 2023
JSCC President to participate in state-wide leadership institute
Jackson State Community College’s (JSCC) recently appointed president, Dr. Carol A. Rothstein, has been selected to participate in
November 9, 2023
Radiologic Technology Program earns maximum accreditation, celebrates 100 percent pass rate
The Radiologic Technology (RADT) Program at Jackson State Community College (JSCC) recently underwent the reaccreditation process
October 25, 2023
Vaughn, Rountree appointed to leadership of JSCC Foundation Board
The Jackson State Community College (JSCC) Foundation Board of Directors have appointed Cary Vaughn and John Rountree as the Chair
October 9, 2023
JSCC Nursing earns 100 percent first attempt pass rate on National Licensure Exam
Jackson State Community College (JSCC) Nursing program graduates have earned a 100 percent first attempt pass rate on the National
October 2, 2023
JSCC Library to showcase historical archives for first time since 50th anniversary
The Jackson State Community College (JSCC) Library is set to open its historical archives to the public on Wednesday, Oct. 4 for t
September 28, 2023
Second Annual Tacos, Tecates, and Scholarships fundraiser to take place at Skillet Junction
The Jackson State Community College (JSCC) Foundation is set to host its second annual Tacos, Tecates & Scholarships fundraiser on
September 27, 2023
Acclaimed author Esmeralda Santiago to speak at Jackson State Community College
Jackson State Community College (JSCC) will host internationally acclaimed author Esmeralda Santiago on Wednesday, October 11 at n
September 18, 2023
Hub City to host competitive high school robotics tournament
The Toyota Boshoku America Hub City Robo Rumble is set for its inaugural debut on Saturday, Oct. 7 at Jackson State Community Coll
September 13, 2023
JSCC Launches New Program to Strengthen Student Success through Quality Teaching
This semester, Jackson State Community College is launching a partnership with the Association of College and University Educators
September 12, 2023
Roberts inducted to National Technical Advisory Council
Jackson State Community College’s (JSCC) completion coordinator for the Advanced Manufacturing Technician (AMT) Co-op, Catherine R
September 11, 2023
New Center Announced in Gibson County, Director Appointed
Jackson State Community College (JSCC) has announced the opening of its new Gibson County Center. The full-service center will off
August 15, 2023
Dr. Carol A. Rothstein Appointed President of JSCC
The Tennessee Board of Regents today appointed Dr. Carol A. Rothstein as the seventh president of Jackson State Community College,
August 10, 2023
Cates named Jackson State Community College Basketball Head Coach
Jackson State Community College (JSCC) has selected Cameron Cates as Head Coach for Men’s Basketball. Cates, a former JSCC student
August 8, 2023
Barcroft named Jackson State Community College Softball Head Coach
Jackson State Community College (JSCC) has selected Bethany Barcroft as Head Coach for Green Jays Softball. Barcroft, a former JSC
August 3, 2023
Jackson State Community College Announces Spring Semester Honor Roll, Dean’s List
The Office of Admissions and Records at Jackson State Community College has released the honor roll for the Spring 2023 semester.
July 25, 2023
JSCC Presidential Finalists Selected
A Tennessee Board of Regents Search Advisory Committee has selected three finalists for the next president of Jackson State Commun
July 10, 2023
Medical Coding Program awarded additional $500,000 in grant funding
Jackson State Community College (JSCC) Medical Coding Program has been awarded $500,000 in additional grant funding, increasing th
July 6, 2023
Criminal Justice Program awarded $320,000 grant to expand program, provide training
The Jackson State Community (JSCC) Criminal Justice program has been awarded $320,000 of a larger $30 million state grant. This mo
June 28, 2023
McCormick named Interim President of Jackson State Community College
Tennessee Board of Regents (TBR) Chancellor Dr. Flora Tydings has appointed TBR Executive Vice Chancellor of External Affairs Dr.
June 12, 2023
Dr. LaHaie appointed as Dean of Humanities and Social Sciences
Jackson State Community College has appointed Dr. Jeanne LaHaie as the Dean of Humanities and Social Sciences following an extensi
June 5, 2023
Dr. Peter Hanson appointed as Assistant Vice President of Academic Affairs
Jackson State Community College has appointed Dr. Peter Hanson as the Assistant Vice President of Academic Affairs following a nat
May 22, 2023
Jackson State International Ambassador Scholarship recipients announced for 2023
The Global Learning Program at Jackson State Community College (JSCC) has announced its student recipients of the International Am
May 16, 2023
Thirty-eight high school students graduate with associate degrees from JSCC
Thirty-eight high school students have graduated from Jackson Central-Merry Early College High (JCM-ECH) with associate degrees fr
May 10, 2023
Teaching and Learning Center announced to promote faculty professional development
Jackson State Community College has announced the creation of an innovative Teaching and Learning Center (TLC) embedded in the col
April 26, 2023
National Security Agency redesignates JSCC in Cyber Defense
Jackson State Community College (JSCC) recently completed the rigorous approval process through the National Security Agency (NSA)
April 19, 2023
JSCC Announces Fall Semester Honor Roll, Dean’s List
The Office of Admissions and Records at Jackson State Community College has released the honor roll for the Fall 2022 semester. 23
April 7, 2023
JSCC Phi Theta Kappa chapter recognized nationally for membership development
The Jackson State Community College (JSCC) Phi Theta Kappa Chi Omicron chapter has been recognized as a REACH chapter for 2022. As
April 7, 2023
Irish Folk Musicians, Paul Brock Band, to perform free concert at JSCC
Internationally recognized Irish folk musician Paul Brock and his band are scheduled to appear at Jackson State Community College
March 30, 2023
JSCC Student, Faculty win Statewide Outstanding Achievement Recognition Awards
Jackson State Community College (JSCC) student Elaine Mooney and Professor of English Dr. Liz Mayo took home trophies Wednesday Ni
March 21, 2023
JSCC Student, Faculty selected to represent West Tennessee as finalists at the Statewide Outstanding Achievement Recognition Awards
Jackson State Community College (JSCC) student Elaine Mooney and Professor of English Dr. Liz Mayo have been selected as finalists
March 13, 2023
Jackson’s Small Business Development Center to celebrate Small Business Day on March 15
Governor Bill Lee has proclaimed March 15, 2023 Small Business Day in Tennessee in honor of America’s Small Business Development C
March 6, 2023
Racial discrimination research presented by JSCC Honors student at symposium
Jackson State Community College (JSCC) Honors student Ashlee Ocegueda presented a research essay titled “Do All Lives Really Matte
March 1, 2023
Student essay to be published in international literary journal
A short essay titled, “Pitiful in Pink” by Jackson State Community College (JSCC) Sophomore Elaine Mooney is set to be published i
February 27, 2023
JSCC Foundation unveils new streamlined scholarship award application
The Jackson State Community College Foundation has launched a new scholarship award application called Award Spring. The powerful,
February 14, 2023
JSCC unveils online degree and certificate programs
Jackson State Community College (JSCC) has expanded its educational degrees and certificates to now be offered online – allowing s
February 6, 2023
Nine JSCC students awarded $8,500 from Leaders Education Foundation
Nine Jackson State Community College (JSCC) students have been selected as the inaugural cohort of the Leaders Education Foundatio
January 23, 2023
Jan Rhodes appointed as Director of the Savannah-Hardin County Center
Dr. Jennifer Lopes, Vice President of Academic Affairs has appointed Janice (Jan) Rhodes as Director of the Savannah-Hardin County
December 7, 2022
JSCC named as part of $2.2M pilot plan to improve student success and outcomes
Jackson State Community College (JSCC) is in the process of implementing a pilot plan for Reimagining the Community College Experi
December 5, 2022
Real Estate class set for February
The 90-hour affiliate broker pre-licensure course returns to Jackson State Community College's McWherter Center in April.
December 1, 2022
Medical Coding Program to receive $1.2M grant for West Tennessee students
The Jackson State Community College (JSCC) Medical Coding Program has been awarded a $1.2 million grant through the Health Resourc
November 8, 2022
JSCC Nursing receives best of Tennessee rank
The Jackson State Community College (JSCC) Nursing program has received a “Best of Tennessee” ranking from RegisteredNursing.org,
November 7, 2022
Internationally recognized Rhodes College professor, author to speak on global population
Political Demographer and Professor of International Studies at Rhodes College, Dr. Jennifer Sciubba will visit Jackson State Comm
November 2, 2022
Madison County Crisis Intervention Team to host mental health, de-escalation tactics public forum
The Madison County Crisis Intervention Team (CIT) will host a public forum panel discussion on Nov. 8 from 12:30-1:45 p.m. at the
November 1, 2022
Radiologic Technology Class of 2022 earn National Certifications on first attempt
Class of 2022 Graduates from the Radiologic Technology (RADT) program at Jackson State Community College (JSCC) recently earned th
September 29, 2022
Respiratory Care Program to receive more than $250,000 as part of $1.5M grant
The Jackson State Community College (JSCC) Respiratory Care Program has been announced as a recipient of a larger $1.5 million gra
September 22, 2022
JSCC to host scholarship fundraiser Oct. 13
The Jackson State Community College (JSCC) Foundation has unveiled a new scholarship fundraiser named Tacos, Tecates & Scholarship
September 14, 2022
Longtime JSCC Dean passes away
It is with our sincerest and deepest condolences to announce the passing of Dr. Mechel Camp, Dean of Humanities and Social Science
August 30, 2022
Privately owned World War II collection on display at JSCC for Constitution Day event
JACKSON, TENN. – Jackson State Community College will host a Constitution Day event on Thursday, Sept. 15 from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. in
August 1, 2022
Kent Jones Bicycle Tour + 5K returns for 20th Anniversary Ride
The Kent Jones 100 Bicycle Century Tour + 5K is back for its 20th Anniversary Ride on Saturday, Oct. 1 beginning at 8 a.m. at Jack
July 25, 2022
JSCC nursing student receives highly selective Phi Theta Kappa scholarship
Jackson State Community College Nursing Student Vanessa Greene has been selected to receive Phi Theta Kappa (PTK) Honor Society’s
July 18, 2022
Eleven Green Jays earn student-athlete awards
The National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA) has released its 2021–22 All-Academic Teams, recognizing student-athletes
July 12, 2022
JSCC Recruiter completes prestigious Maxine Smith Fellows Program
Jackson State Community College’s Adrian Montague has been inducted into the 15th Class of Maxine Smith Fellows Program following
June 23, 2022
Jackson State Community College awarded $673,000 Perkins READI Grant
Jackson State Community College has been awarded $673,000 of a larger $5.7 million Perkins READI Grant aimed to boost career and t
June 8, 2022
Jackson State Community College Announces Spring Semester Honor Roll, Dean's List
The Office of Admissions and Records at Jackson State Community College has released the honor roll for the Spring 2022 semester.
June 1, 2022
JSCC English Professor Receives 2022 Harold Love Outstanding Community Service Award
Each year Tennessee Higher Education Commission (THEC) has the great honor of administering the Outstanding Community Service Awar
April 22, 2022
Walter L. Nelms Sr., President Emeritus at Jackson State Community College, passed away on April 19
Jackson, Tenn. (April 21, 2022) - Walter L. Nelms Sr., 1933-2022 Walter L. Nelms Sr., President Emeritus at Jackson State Communi
April 19, 2022
Spanish Students Team Up With Criminal Justice Students To Learn The Spanish Version Of The Miranda Warning
Great things are happening in the Division of Communication and Humanities! On April 12th, Prof. Marisol Hernandez-Soto's Spanish
April 5, 2022
Registration deadline nears for JSCC's AMT work cooperative
Jackson State Community College is currently recruiting students for the 9th cohort of the Advanced Maintenance Technician (AMT) w
March 25, 2022
JSCC Criminal Justice Students Attend DETER Training
Jackson State Community College (JSCC) Criminal Justice students attended a one-day De-escalation Techniques and Emergency Respons
March 22, 2022
JSCC will host the Book Release of Down Into This Land: Selected Poetry of Edgar Lee Masters edited by Dr. Ryan Guth
Jackson State Community College (JSCC) Library and Humanities & Social Sciences Department will host on Thursday, March 24th at 11
March 21, 2022
College System of Tennessee collaborates with Amazon Web Services to prepare 5,000 Tennesseans for cloud computing careers by 2025
Jackson, Tenn. (March 21, 2022) - Amazon Web Services, Inc. (AWS), the Tennessee Board of Regents (TBR), and the Tennessee Higher
March 15, 2022
Hannah Gore Named 2022 New Century Workforce Scholar
Jackson, Tenn. (March 15, 2022) - Hannah Gore, a student at Jackson State Community College, has been named a 2022 New Century Wor
February 22, 2022
Jackson State Community College Joins Council on Military Transition to Education (CMTE)
Jackson, Tenn. (February 22, 2022) - This month, Jackson State Community College accepted its invitation to join the national Coun
February 16, 2022
Fall 2021 Semester Honor Roll Announced
The Office of Admissions and Records at Jackson State Community College released the honor roll for the Fall 2021 semester. On the
January 24, 2022
$3,000 Transfer Scholarship for Jackson State Students
Jackson, Tenn. (January 24, 2022) - Leadership from Jackson State Community College, Dyersburg State Community College, and the Un
December 8, 2021
Jackson State Community College partners with UT Martin and Carey Counseling, Inc to receive large grant from USDA
Jackson, Tenn. - Jackson State Community College will partner with the University of Tennessee at Martin and Carey Counseling Cent
November 22, 2021
JSCC Engineering Systems Technology program to participate in MTF-PIPE
The Jackson State Community College (JSCC) Engineering Systems Technology program was nominated by the Manufacturing Institute to
November 12, 2021
Chancellor's Commendation for Military Veterans Honors Veterans at Jackson State Community College
Military veterans at Tennessee's community and technical colleges are being honored in Veterans Day activities this week. And one
September 30, 2021
Warren-Cox receives Educator of the Year award
Jackson State Community College professor Kim Warren-Cox was honored with the Educator of the Year award by the Tennessee Communic
September 21, 2021
Vaccination clinic to be held at JSCC
West Tennessee Healthcare will hold a vaccination clinic in the Student Center next Wednesday and Thursday, September 29 and 30. T
September 14, 2021
Battle of the Colleges blood drive returns to JSCC campus
LIFELINE Blood Service's Battle of the Colleges is currently underway. This promotion will run through the month of September. The
September 1, 2021
AT&T Foundation donates $10,000 to JSCC
As part of AT&T's continuing commitment to supporting quality education across Tennessee, the AT&T Foundation has donated $10,000
August 25, 2021
KJ100+5K returns to JSCC after 1-year hiatus
The KJ100+5K bicycle tour and run/walk are scheduled for its 19th season on Saturday, October 9. The event is hosted by the Jackso
August 16, 2021
JSCC Medical Coding Offers Quick Entry into Healthcare Career
Students who graduate from the Medical Coding Certificate Program at Jackson State Community College will enter a job market needi
August 6, 2021
JSCC announces COVID-19 protocols for the fall semester
Jackson State Community College has been intently monitoring the current trend of increasing infections of COVID-19. It is the pos
August 3, 2021
NJCAA announces 2020-21 All-Academic Teams
The National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA) announced the student-athletes who earned the honor of being placed on an
July 29, 2021
State Labor listening tour makes stop at JSCC
Approximately 75 local small business owners, employers, mayors, educators, and state officials attended Tennessee Commissioner of
July 26, 2021
AMT Work Cooperative begins eighth year
Students of Jackson State Community College's Advanced Maintenance Technician (AMT) work cooperative met with their new employers
July 13, 2021
JSCC to host grand reopening event
Jackson State Community College will be returning classes to an in-person format this fall. To celebrate this occasion, the colleg
June 30, 2021
Local DJ reconnects with education at JSCC
Gary Bills - known to many as G Billa on Hot 96.1 and 96 KIX - wanted to be flexible and keep his career options open with a colle
June 9, 2021
Adrian Montague selected for Maxine Smith Fellows Program
Adrian Montague, Jackson State Community College admissions officer and recruiter, is among thirteen faculty and staff members fro
June 7, 2021
Rutherford student receives solid foundation at JSCC
Deonte Watson is off to Nashville to job-shadow for an Allstate insurance agent after earning a bachelor's degree in business mana
May 24, 2021
All 2020 Nursing Graduates Pass National Exam on First Try
The nursing graduates at Jackson State Community College have done it again. Every student who graduated from Jackson State's nur
May 24, 2021
Determination, Hard Work Describe Student's Life
Hard work, late nights studying, and little free time have described Shiann Cupples' life since she graduated from Chester County
May 19, 2021
Quest provides support and guidance for African-American male freshmen
As a first-generation college student at Jackson State Community College, Kelan Jones didn't have a clear understanding of how to
May 18, 2021
JSCC and TCAT-Jackson create pathway to stem skilled labor shortage
Jackson State Community College and Tennessee College of Applied Technology (TCAT) at Jackson signed an articulation agreement on
April 20, 2021
Celebration of Medical Technology Laboratory Week Highlights the Need for More Students to Enter the Field
Medical laboratory technology students at Jackson State Community College, who are celebrating a week that highlights their profes
April 14, 2021
Lady GreenJays Finish Another Successful Basketball Season Under the Leadership of Coach Kelvin Lester
The Lady GreenJays basketball team finished another successful season with Coach Kelvin Lester being named the Coach of the Year f
April 5, 2021
COVID Relief Grant Open to JSCC Students
A limited number of emergency relief grants have been made available to Jackson State Community College students who have experien
March 31, 2021
JSCC Honors Program to host public health lecture
The honors program of Jackson State Community College will host Public Health Journey and Future Directions on Wednesday, April 7.
March 30, 2021
JSCC's RADT program achieves excellence through student success
One hundred percent of the students in Jackson State's Radiologic Technology Program passed their national certification exam on t
March 26, 2021
Coach Marvin Williams Inducted into TCCAA Hall of Fame
Basketball Coach Marvin Williams, one of the most successful coaches in the history of Jackson State Community College, was induct
January 19, 2021
Mother of two excels at JSCC, finds life's calling
When Anna Gonzales Smith graduated as a respiratory therapist from Jackson State Community College last summer, she had no problem
November 30, 2020
Medical Laboratory Program receives successful review from accrediting body
Jackson State Community College's Medical Laboratory Program is on track to retain its national accreditation status after a succe
November 23, 2020
OTA class earns 100 percent pass rate on national exam
Members of Jackson State Community College's Occupational Therapy Assistant class of 2020 earned a 100 percent pass rate on their
November 11, 2020
Every graduate in the Respiratory Care Program passes credentialling exam
Graduates from Jackson State Community College's Respiratory Care Program achieved a 100 percent pass rate on the first part of th