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At the January board meeting, JJC trustees approved the Greenhouse - Bid Package #1.
This is for the construction of the new greenhouse structure to be located at the old farmstead near the Main Campus exit to Houbolt Road.
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JJC FAST FACTS |
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Spring 2009 credit hours are up 12.1% from last spring. This is the largest census credit hour count in JJC's history.
Information from the JJC Institutional Research and Effectiveness Office
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Sustainability Initiatives at JJC |
Visit the JJC sustainability Web site below for up-to-date information on the college's sustainability efforts. |
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Seminar on Retirement and Financial Planning Strategy
Why is financial education so important? Due to recent tax law changes, an uncertain future for Social Security and the shift toward employee-directed retirement plans, the need for sound financial strategies has never been greater.
JJC will offer a seminar on retirement planning that answers these essential questions.
"Retirement Planning Today: An Educational Course for Adults Ages 50 to 70" will be held on the Main Campus and will show how to assess your financial situation and develop a personalized plan to achieve your retirement goals.
"There's a whole body of knowledge associated with retirement planning," Dave Carl, course teacher and licensed financial consultant, said. "It's good to have a plan."
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JJC to Hold FAFSA Workshop for All Area Students
Workshop will help students complete their FAFSA form
JJC will hold a FAFSA and Scholarship Workshop open to the community on Wednesday, Feb. 25, in the C-Building on the Main Campus.
Area financial aid professionals will be on hand to help students complete the 2009-2010 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) on the free government Web site. English/Spanish translators will be available.
The completed FAFSA form is necessary to apply for all forms of government financial aid. To file a FAFSA, copies of your 2008 Federal Income tax forms, copies of your W-2s, and all other income documentation are needed.
The workshop will also assist students in applying for available JJC scholarships. Last year, the JJC Foundation provided 794 scholarships to students that totaled $680,041.
Financial aid sessions will be held at 5 p.m., 6 p.m. and 7 p.m. in rooms C-2014 and C-2017. Scholarship sessions will be held 5:30 p.m., 6:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.
For more information, contact the JJC Financial Aid Office at (815) 280-2283. For more information on scholarships, call Julie Allsopp at ext. 2260.
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JJC 8th Annual African Bazaar on Feb. 26
JJC will host its 8th annual African Bazaar on Thursday, Feb. 26, as part of the college's celebration of Black History Month.
The African Bazaar brings together African, Caribbean and African-American art, jewelry, clothing, accessories, and books for purchase. The bazaar will be held on Thursday, Feb. 26, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. in the C-Building on the Main Campus.
This event is sponsored by the JJC Project Achieve/Student Support Services.
For more information, contact Lynn Douglas-McGee at ext. 2456.
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JJC Fashion Show Auditions Feb. 16 and 19
Fashion merchandising and design students are putting on a fashion show in May and are looking for models.
All sizes are welcome, including men, women and children ages five and up.
Auditions for the show will be held on Monday, Feb. 16, from 3 to 5 p.m. and Thursday, Feb. 19, from 5 to 6 p.m. in the theatre on the Main Campus.
For more information, contact Debbie Cygnar at (815) 280-2277 or email dcygnar@jjc.edu.
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Faculty, Staff Recognition
Congratulations to Amy Luck (left) and Julanne Brooks, who graduated from Governors State University on Jan. 31.
Luck, extended campuses coordinator, earned her master's degree in accounting. Brooks, supervisor in the Service Center, earned her bachelor's degree in business administration.
Want to send recognition information about a JJC faculty or staff member? E-mail communications@jjc.edu .
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