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Free Photos with Santa - Dec. 12

Join us for a free community event at the Jefferson College Hillsboro campus on Tuesday, December 12, from 6-8 pm, in the the Lower Level of the Student Center. There will be a variety of FREE activities, including pictures with Santa, hot cocoa, letters to Santa, story time, cookies and more! All ages are welcome to attend.

Those who attend can take free photos with Santa, but must bring their own camera or phone. No reservations are required.

Although admission is free, the College will be accepting non-perishable food donations for the Vikings’ Vault student food pantry.

Women's Cross Country Team Earns Second-Place Finish at Nationals

In just the first year of having a Cross Country program at Jefferson College, the Women’s team earned 71 points and placed second at the 2023 NJCAA Division III Cross Country Championship in Huntsville, Alabama.

Team members who participated in the race were Sadie Brandt, Reagan Edwards, Lauren Hartman, Sophia Miller, Lucero Orozco, Hanna Spoon, and Kenzie Fulliam.

The Vikings saw three student-athletes earn All-America honors.
1-5 Finishers = First Team, 6-10 = Second Team, 11-15 = Honorable Mention

9th: Reagan Edwards, Second Team

10th: Lauren Hartman, Second Team

14th: Sadie Brandt, Honorable Mention

MCCA Award of Distinction Recipient, Dan Govero

The College is proud to announce that Dan Govero received the 2023 Missouri Community College Association's Award of Distinction at the annual convention in Kansas City. According to the MCCA, this award is given to individuals who have demonstrated sustained service and commitment to their local community college. It is one of the highest honors MCCA bestows.

Laura Asinger Receives Missouri Pathfinder of the Year Award

Congratulations to Laura Asinger, Hillsboro High School College and Career Counselor, for being recognized as the Missouri Pathfinder of the Year at the statewide MCCA Convention in Kansas City. This prominent award is presented to high school teachers and guidance counselors for their outstanding efforts in assisting students with their college-going plans.

2023 Retirees and Employees Recognized for Years of Service

A group of 52 Jefferson College employees was recently recognized during a ceremony for their years of service to the College, students, and the surrounding community. Each honoree received a token of appreciation signifying their number of years served.  

The College community gathers each year to honor and recognize distinguished staff and faculty members for their outstanding achievements and years of service. As valuable members of the Jefferson College family, all faculty and staff play a pivotal role in recognizing their colleagues and coworkers for their outstanding achievements.