Generosity Helps Support Law Enforcement Training
Lt. Col. Steve Meinberg with the Jefferson County Sheriff's Department presented the Foundation with another $1,000 check for deposit in the Jefferson County Sheriff's Department Scholarship Fund, which was established in May, 1996. Each year, two $500 scholarships are awarded; one for a high school student entering the Jefferson College Police Training Institute and the other to a Jefferson College student enrolled in the Institute.

Dobbs Tire & Auto Donates $50,000 to Jefferson College Automotive Technology Program
 As part of a five-year $50,000 pledge by Dobbs Tire & Auto Centers for use in the Jefferson College Automotive Technology program, Dustin Dobbs, Customer Relations Manager Jerry Dunlap, and Human Resources Manager Ron Holland recently presented a $10,000 check to Jefferson College President Wayne Watts and Executive Director of Development Carol Kline during a visit to the Hillsboro campus.

Pictured, from left, are Executive Director of Development Carol Kline, Dustin Dobbs, College President Dr. Wayne Watts, Dobbs Customer Relations Manager Jerry Dunlap, and Dobbs Human Resources Manager Ron Holland.

With the need for well-trained technicians who must continually adapt to changing technology and repair techniques, the College will use the funding from Dobbs to support state-of-the-art instruction, giving students the opportunity to learn through hands-on lab experience using advanced diagnostic equipment.

“Dobbs has been extremely pleased with the graduates hired from Jefferson College,” said Dunlap. “Without hesitation, we know that Jefferson College students receive a high level of training and instruction that is unmatched anywhere in the region due to the excellent instructors and top-notch facilities the institution provides.”

The College’s long-standing partnership with Dobbs Tire & Auto is helping to address the long-term projected growth for technicians in the ever-changing automotive industry. After completing their training at Jefferson College, graduates are able to choose from many opportunities for employment throughout the St. Louis region.

According to U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the number of jobs in the automotive field is projected to grow faster than the average for all occupations over the next decade. Through 2016, employment of automotive service technicians and mechanics is expected to increase 14 percent due to the growth in the driving age population and the number of multi-car families.

As one of the top tire and automotive centers in the nation, the $10,000 contribution is one of many ways that Dobbs Tire & Auto supports higher education and community development. Other corporate efforts include hiring Jefferson College automotive graduates, serving on Jefferson College’s Automotive Technology advisory committee, donating equipment and supplies for instruction, and supporting events sponsored by the Jefferson College Foundation.

PEO Chapter Establishes Endowed Scholarship

In February, the PEO Chapter FR presented two checks to the Jefferson College Foundation. One for $12,000 to establish an endowed scholarship restricted to Crystal City, Herculaneum or Festus female high school graduates who are in the top 15% of their class and who plan to attend Jefferson College.

The endowment will provide one $500 scholarship per year beginning in 08-09 academic year. Another check for $600 was contributed, also, and will allow an award to be made immediately for the Fall, 2007, semester. Pictured from the left are Carol Kline-Executive Director of the Foundation, Julie Pierce-Director of Admissions and Financial Aid, Lou Politte and Judith Sansoucie-PEO members, and Dr. Wayne Watts-President of Jefferson College.

Recently, the PEO Chapter FR briefly toured the Hillsboro Campus. They received a small sample that included Veterinary Technology, Culinary Arts, JCTV, the Library, the Fine Arts Center, Law Enforcement Academy and lunch in the Cafeteria. To the club members’ surprise, the Viking Cheerleaders gave them a special welcoming cheer and a rousing demonstration (left). The PEO Chapter FR provides an endowed scholarship for Jefferson College students. Small group tours may be requested by calling Carol Kline at (636) 797-3000, ext. 104, or send an e-mail to This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it .

For information about how you or your company can partner with Jefferson College to have a positive impact on the lives of students and the community, please call Carol Kline, Executive Director of the Foundation, at (636) 797-3000 extension 104, or send e-mail to This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it .