JCCC Sparks Hot Career
Alumnus says Fire Science education gave him a great start
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What’s the FAFSA, and Why Do I Want That Feeling?
In the same amount of time it takes to watch a sitcom, you could make yourself eligible for money to help pay for college.
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Fashion in a Global Classroom
Students earn credits for high fashion courses in Italy, Vegas and NYC
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Foundation Fundraising Record Shattered!
Giving eclipses $1 million at 2019 Some Enchanted Evening gala
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Second Chance Launches Leader Into Exec Chair
New Foundation Board member knows how it feels to flame out and be rekindled at JCCC.
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It’s CLEAR—These Students Are on the Job
Michael Nelson and Jackson Byrd are just two students developing life-changing job skills with on-campus internships through JCCC’s College Learning Experiences, Activities and Resources (CLEAR) Vocational Training Program.
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JCCC Community Gathers to Celebrate New Facility
Recently, the JCCC community gathered to celebrate the grand opening of state-of-the-art facility.
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Student Follows in Her Mother’s Scientific ‘Food’steps
On the menu: The perfect pairing of food and science for this student and her alumna mother through the Chef Apprenticeship and Pastry/Bakery programs.
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The Sierra Club Thinks We’re Cool
JCCC has been named one of the Sierra Club’s Cool Schools in North America
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Video Promotes Admin Assistant Training Advantage
Businesses need proficient office admins on the job. JCCC’s Business Office Technology program delivers.
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Cybersecurity Designation Gives Students Competitive Edge
IT students can graduate with the cyber defense skills employers are looking for.
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50 Years of JCCC? Sweet!
These mouthwatering 50th Anniversary treats come from Christopher Elbow Chocolates—and the tastefully creative mind of one of JCCC’s own.
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A Half-Ton of Blue Jeans Goes Green
Castoff denim clothing gets a second life as insulation thanks to the Business, Marketing and Entrepreneurship Club (Enactus)
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Introducing: The New and Improved Student Center
Several upgrades and improvements have been made to the JCCC Student Center, making it a one-stop shop for students and visitors.
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We’re a Top 10 Community College for Sustainability!
JCCC’s commitment to reducing its environmental impact has been recognized by the Association for the Advancement of Sustainability in Higher Education (AASHE).
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The Game of Life Moves Alumna Full Circle
After 30 years in the financial industry, Johnson County Community College graduate Sandy Rieger returns to the College to help students fund their education.
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Child Care Scholarship Makes Education Possible
A partnership between the JCCC Foundation and the U.S. Department of Education covers care costs at Hiersteiner Child Development Center for students with youngsters.
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Aviation Program Prepares New Pilot for a Smooth Landing
Private Pilot Ground School launched the ideal departure into the wild blue yonder for one Johnson County resident.
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Nelson-Atkins Museum Acquires Photos from JCCC Graduate
Laura Cobb’s black-and-white photos of Indian Creek, which she took using techniques learned in JCCC Photography classes, showcase her keen eye for the detail and beauty in landscapes.
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International Welding Graduates Bond
Unlocking the English language and learning how to weld at the same time sounds like an unlikely fusion. However, three women and seven men from all corners of the world – Algeria, Somalia, Dominican Republic, Chile, El Salvador, Colombia...
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JCCC Named Safest College in Kansas
ADT recognizes the College’s efforts to maintain a safe and secure campus.
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Two Chef Apprenticeship Students Awarded $3,000 Scholarships
Jena Halvorson and Kathryn Wilson honored by the prestigious Les Dames d’Escoffier
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Scholarship Prepares Honors Student to Take on the Workforce
New Century Workforce Pathway Scholarship helped Katherine Copley find success as a chocolatier
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BAM! KAPOW! Ecology-minded alumni flies high
By day, he is Darrien Savage, JCCC alum and wildlife biologist for Stantec, a worldwide environmental consulting company. But at night, he becomes a silent protector and watchful guardian of bat habitats. He is … “the batman!”
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Debate Team Makes History
Students wrap up their most successful season to date, earning multiple awards at national tournaments.
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Are you a National American University student? JCCC can help.
We’re sorry to hear about the educational obstacles you’re facing, and want to help you achieve your goals without losing momentum.
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Small-scale Farming: A Growing Industry
JCCC Sustainable Agriculture grad creates a successful urban microfarm
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From JCCC to In-demand Careers
Alumni take to Twitter to share success stories
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Making Community Connections Through Art
A unique Honors Forum class introduced students to Kansas City’s art history and current arts scene
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Students Take Charge at CSIT Reverse Career Fair
Nontraditional event format facilitates career conversations
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Celebrating the Fine Arts & Design Studios
Campus community commemorates new facility with dedication and ribbon-cutting ceremony.
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From Driver to Boss via JCCC Scholarships
Continuing Education scholarships covered most of the course fees for this CDL-A licensure student. With the training he received from JCCC, he started building his own fleet.
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Model UN Team Honored at National Conference
Model UN Team Honored at National Conference
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Hare & Bell Winners Gain Recognition, Rewards
Three students take home cash prizes for exceptional work entered in the Writing Center-sponsored Hare & Bell Writing Contest.
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From Small Town to Big Bucks Via JCCC
Jaime Coffey’s time at JCCC was the perfect launching pad to attain an MBA and build her successful career in finance.
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Life as a CDL Driver
JCCC prepares many students for life on the open road
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Mock Interview Helped This Student Shine
This neurodiagnostic technology student nailed her first American job interview, thanks to some guidance from the team at JCCC’s Career Development Center.
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Dental Hygiene Hits the Road
Oral Health on Wheels, a mobile service-learning classroom bringing dental health care to people in need
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Ace your finals with help from our resource centers
Find the tools you need for success in the classroom.
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Services for veterans rank high at JCCC
Our military-friendly campus has services for veterans that range from providing a free cup of coffee to finding funding for secondary degrees.
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In high school? Sign up for College Now!
Use your time wisely and enroll in college classes sooner rather than later!
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Johnson County Adult Education father/daughter duo graduate high school together
Chris and Kelcey Reed walked together through addiction recovery, then again when they crossed the stage at JCCC to receive their GED® certificates.
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Degree in 3 student finds success
Eric Fecteau is on track to receive his bachelor’s degree in less than three years. Check out his advice for other students considering the Degree in 3 program.
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National Academy of Railroad Sciences student offered life-changing career before graduation
Friendly and dedicated JCCC employees put grad on fast track to a better life
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Making the world their classroom: JCCC students study abroad
Students studied in Mexico, the United Kingdom, Spain, Italy, Japan and China – where will your education take you?
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Cavaliers define the American Dream
In a recent video, four Cavaliers provide their thoughts on the age-old question, “What is the American Dream?”
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Biology students partner with Friends of the Kaw
JCCC students gain real-world experience testing Kansas water quality through a service-learning initiative.
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Highlights from my JCCC journey
From the student perspective: Alumna Angela Wright explains how her involvement at JCCC laid the groundwork for her future endeavors.
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OHEC – Resourceful, Responsive and Rewarding
Olathe Health Education Center focuses on the next generation of healthcare providers
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Fine Arts Student Artists Reach for Success
Sculpture students win Center for Sustainability honors. Their compelling pieces generate awareness about renewable energy and prescription drug abuse.
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Health and wellness services
It’s not all about hitting the books. Many factors contribute to your successful college experience, including health and wellness. JCCC can help you excel – mentally, physically and academically.
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Computer classes prepare potential JCCC students
High schoolers get a ‘byte’ of the college experience
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Capping off a rewarding JCCC experience
Recent nursing graduate reaps benefits of pushing hard, staying focused
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Degree in 3 - fast-track for high school students
JCCC joins nine schools in an accelerated education path for KC students
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Kansas SBDC provides exceptional business advice for child care center
JCCC's Kansas Small Business Development Center lends a helping hand to Emma’s Place to meet a special need in the community
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JCCC practical nurses care for patients across the metro
Big demand for nurses means plenty of perks for grads
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It’s alive: Get to know Galileo’s Pavilion
With living walls and a water reclamation system, Galileo’s Pavilion takes “green building” to a whole new level.
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English for Academic Purposes helps build confidence
Classes give English for Academic Purpose students a chance to soar
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Demand grows for automation engineer technologists
Numerous job opportunities for program’s first graduating class
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Student doubles up on diplomas
College Now saves time and money; start your college journey in high school
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Serving the community
JCCC provides experience-based education to its students, allowing them to gain real-world training while delivering a variety of services to the community.
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Plan now, summer classes fill quickly
Choose on-campus or online classes this summer at JCCC. Classes run only Monday to Thursday, so you can enjoy three-day weekends.
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Graduate with Confidence
JCCC’s Career Development Center is poised to lend advice and share resources to help students throughout their educational journeys.
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Job shadowing opens doors
Engineering student Jarar Bangash found answers with Argus Consulting
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One family, many connections to JCCC
Everyone (except the toddler) has been a JCCC student
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Open Petal Farm: JCCC’s hidden gem
Open Petal Farm serves as a learning lab for JCCC’s Sustainable Agriculture students so they can learn the ins and outs of growing local, fresh produce.
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Sustainability initiatives support student scholarships
On-campus sustainability initiatives fund thousands of dollars in scholarships each year
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Hundreds become US citizens at JCCC
Naturalization ceremony celebrates journey to become American
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Food is the performer at the Wysong Family Culinary Theatre
Flexible and unique space ideal for student learning and special events
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Chef apprentice embraces a new future
Hard work and determination propel student’s success
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‘Discover the World’ right here on campus
International students present on their homelands
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A labor of love: Student completes finals from hospital bed
Not even childbirth keeps Nayzia Thomas from finishing her finals
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Not your ordinary library: Check out the benefits
Be successful; use the library
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JCCC employee receives Courage Award
Lisa Elsener receives Lockton Courage Award
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Partnering with Pakistan: JCCC President Shares Community College Best Practices
Dr. Sopcich delivers the keynote address at a conference in Pakistan on the concept of community colleges.
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A Heart and Home for International Students
Pat Morrison helps with housing, culture shock
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Librarians are ‘in the know’
Learning something new every day is part of the job
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Angela says, 'Apply for scholarships!'
A recent JCCC grad left debt-free. You can, too.
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Student-Athlete Shares ABCs of College Success
‘JCCC Is One of the Best Decisions I’ve Made’
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Chef Apprentice Graduate Mixes It Up on the Food Network
Aristo Camburako competes in the ‘Holiday Baking Championship.’
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Entrepreneurship classes help student open her dream nonprofit
Former homeless pregnant teen opens KC maternity home
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Libby donates $2 million to new tech center
Entrepreneur hopes gift will help start students on their own paths to success.
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NARS training gets railroad careers rolling
Veteran uses NARS training to fuel second career.
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Logans sponsor new scholarship
First in family to go to college? DACA? Funds are now available.
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Rocketing to NASA
Student Jackson Conners takes love of astronomy to the next level.
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Health Information Systems lands in-demand partnership
The largest health IT organization in the world welcomes JCCC as an Educational Partner.
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Students switch to digital-only news
The Campus Ledger, the student newspaper of JCCC, switches its focus to digital-only to improve multimedia collaboration and reflect the new reality of journalism.
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Getting graphic
When Brent Buford realized he didn't have the skills his dream job required, he found the solution at JCCC. Now his dream's within reach.
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Car wrap gets a good rap
Blue Valley students get real-world marketing, design experience at JCCC
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8 great reasons to love JCCC
Student Cata Wedman shares her list
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Student lands a dream internship
Professor presented opportunity, student got the gig
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In her own words: Kendra Wendte
‘JCCC is a college to get excited about’
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