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Free Community Trunk or Treat on October 23 Read More
Get ready for a spooktacular evening of family-friendly Halloween fun! Jefferson College invites the community to its annual Trunk or Treat event on Friday, October 23, from 5:30 to 8 […]
Jefferson College and Main & Mill Partner to Host the JC Jump Market: A Kids Craft & Business Fair Read More
Young innovators and aspiring entrepreneurs in Jefferson County will have the opportunity to launch their big ideas on Saturday, October 10, at the inaugural JC Jump Market. Co-hosted by Jefferson […]
Jefferson College AEL Program Ranks #1 in Missouri; Director Julie Johns Named MAACCE Member of the Year Read More
Jefferson College’s Adult Education and Literacy (AEL) program has earned top statewide honors, ranking as the #1 performing program in Missouri for Measurable Skill Gains (MSG). Adding to this institutional […]
Jefferson College to Host “Pianomania” Event on September 20 Read More
Jefferson College will present Pianomania, a major fundraising concert event, on Sunday, September 20, 2026, as part of a campaign to raise $100,000 for a full-size Steinway grand piano for the […]
Jefferson College Honors Former Presidents with Building Dedication Ceremonies Read More
Jefferson College has recently honored the lasting legacies of two former presidents with public building dedication ceremonies in August 2026. On Wednesday, August 5, the College officially dedicated the former […]
Jefferson College Earns National Accreditation for Early College Dual Credit Program Read More
Jefferson College has earned initial accreditation from the National Alliance of Concurrent Enrollment Partnerships (NACEP), the nation's leading accrediting organization for concurrent and dual credit enrollment programs. The accreditation recognizes […]
Dean’s List for Spring 2026 Read More
Jefferson College has announced the Dean’s List for the spring 2026 semester, recognizing 646 students for outstanding academic achievement. To qualify for the honor, full-time students must earn a grade […]
Nursing Program Seeks Public Comments Read More
Jefferson College is seeking comments from the public about its Bi-Level Nursing program in preparation for an expansion site visit by the Missouri State Board of Nursing (MSBN) on July […]
Jefferson College Announces 2026 Youth Summer Camps Read More
Jefferson College is offering a variety of summer camps in 2026 designed to engage students through athletics, the arts, and hands-on learning experiences. Hosted on the Hillsboro campus, these camps […]
“Beyond the 9–5” Open House for Adult Learners on April 16 Read More
Jefferson College will host a special open house event, “Beyond the 9–5,” designed specifically for adult learners looking to start, continue, or complete their educational journey. The event will take […]
Fine Arts Documentary, “From Tradition to Tomorrow” Read More
Jefferson College invites the community to view its newly released documentary, Jefferson College Fine Arts: From Tradition to Tomorrow. Originally premiered during the recent Fine Arts Ribbon Cutting ceremony, the […]
Foundation “Lights…Camera…Auction!” on March 28 Read More
Get ready for a night where generosity takes center stage and students are the stars. The Jefferson College Foundation is proud to announce its annual auction fundraiser, “Lights…Camera…Auction!” taking place […]
Jefferson College Preview Day - March 7 Read More
Saturday, March 7 | 9:00 a.m. – Noon Join us for Preview Day, an open house event for prospective students and their families! Explore campus, learn about academic programs, and discover […]
Jefferson College to Unveil Transformed Fine Arts Center - March 11 Read More
Marking 50 years since its theater’s original construction, Jefferson College will celebrate the grand opening and ribbon cutting of its newly renovated Fine Arts Building on Wednesday, March 11, 2026. […]
Jefferson College Radiologic Technology Program to Host "Trivia is Bananas!" Fundraiser Read More
Get ready to go "bananas" for a good cause! The Jefferson College Radiologic Technology program is excited to announce its upcoming Rad Tech Trivia Night on Friday, February 20, at […]
Jefferson College Launches Accelerated Manufacturing Course Offering Direct Pathway for Workers to Gain Valuable Skills Read More
As modern industry shifts toward automation and advanced technology, Jefferson College is providing a direct pathway for workers to level up their credentials. The college’s Workforce & Employment Services office […]
Jefferson College 2025 Alumnus of the Year Nominations Read More
The Jefferson College Faculty Senate is seeking nominations for the College’s 2025 Alumnus of the Year. Submissions are due by March 2, 2026. Nominees must meet four criteria: The submission […]
Early Childhood Center Among First in Missouri to Achieve Rare “Exhibiting High Quality” Designation Read More
The Jefferson College Early Childhood Center (ECC) has been officially recognized by the Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE) with the “Exhibiting High Quality” designation. This honor is […]
Dean’s List Announced for Fall 2025 Read More
Jefferson College has announced the Dean’s List for the fall 2025 semester, recognizing 726 students for outstanding academic achievement. To qualify for the honor, full-time students must earn a grade […]
Jefferson College Foundation Receives $5,000 Missouri Humanities Council Grant Read More
The Missouri Humanities Council (MHC) has awarded a $5,000 grant to the Jefferson College Foundation in support of the project titled “Slavery, the Civil War, and Reconstruction in Jefferson County, […]
Shauna Gore Receives MCCA Award Read More
Jefferson College is proud to celebrate Shauna Gore for receiving the Missouri Community College Association Classified Staff Achievement Award in recognition of her outstanding communication, technical expertise, and unwavering commitment […]
Jefferson College’s Academic Success Center earns ICLCA Learning Center Certification Read More
Jefferson Colleges Academic Success Center, led by Coordinator Patricia Lee, was recently awarded the International College Learning Center Association (ICLCA) Learning Center Certification for 2025-2028. The Academic Success Center (ASC) […]
Bruce Korbesmeyer Receives Excellence in Teaching Award Read More
Jefferson College is pleased to share that Bruce Korbesmeyer, Associate Professor of Economics, has been selected as a recipient of Emerson’s 2025 Excellence in Teaching Award. Korbesmeyer is an outstanding […]
Jefferson College Handmade Market November 22 Read More
Jefferson College invites the community to celebrate the start of the holiday season at the annual Handmade Market on Saturday, November 22, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. in the […]
Jefferson College Serving as Host Site for Elder Abuse & Neglect Awareness Forum – October 27 Read More
Lieutenant Governor David Wasinger and State Senator Adam Schnelting will host an Elder Abuse & Neglect Awareness Forum on Monday, October 27, 2025, from 5:30–6:30 p.m. at Jefferson College’s Little […]
Outdoor Family Movie Night Read More
Jefferson College invites community members to gather under the stars for Outdoor Family Movie Night on Friday, September 19, featuring the heartwarming family film Paddington in Peru. Admission is free. […]
Ribbon-cutting events for Vet Tech and Workforce spaces Sept. 11 Read More
Jefferson College will host two ribbon-cutting celebrations on Thursday, Sept. 11, showcasing updates to its Veterinary Technology Building (Vet Tech) and Workforce and Employment Services (WES) space. Both events are […]
Jefferson College To Host “Miles for Hoops” 5K, Walk and Kids Fun Run Aug. 23 Read More
Jefferson College will host “Miles for Hoops,” a 5K run, 1-mile walk and kids fun run, at 8 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 23, on the Hillsboro campus. The event will support […]
Jefferson College and Leonardo DRS Launch Registered Apprenticeship Program Read More
Jefferson College and Leonardo DRS are excited to announce the official launch of a new U.S. Department of Labor-registered apprenticeship program, creating a direct pathway from classroom to career for […]
Jefferson College President Appointed to National ACCT Advisory Committee of Presidents Read More
Jefferson College President Dr. Dena McCaffrey has been appointed to the Association of Community College Trustees (ACCT) Advisory Committee of Presidents, a distinguished national committee that provides guidance and leadership […]
Josephine Kershaw Chosen for AASCU’s Millennium Leadership Initiative Cohort Read More
The American Association of State Colleges and Universities (AASCU) has chosen 26 distinguished higher education professionals for its 2025–2026 Millennium Leadership Initiative (MLI) cohort, including Josephine Kershaw, Jefferson College Dean of […]
Jefferson College launches New Digital Communication Degree to Meet Growing Workforce Demand Read More
Jefferson College is excited to announce the launch of its new Associate of Applied Science (A.A.S.) in Digital Communication designed to prepare students for careers in digital media, marketing, content […]
