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Marketing & Communications • March 2018 Board Report

Marketing & Communications

March 2018 Board Report


Jackson College Website • March 1 - 31, 2018

SESSIONS

143,686

USERS

69,244

PAGE VIEWS

352,372

AVG. SESSION DURATION

00:02:44

• A session is a period of time a user is actively engaged in the website.• A user is a person that has had at least one session. (Includes new and returning users.)• Page views are the total number of pages viewed. (Repeated views of a single page are counted)• Average session duration is the average length of a session.

Top 10 Pages Visited

URL Page views% PageViews

1. Home page www.jccmi.edu 129,686 36.80%

2. E-mail /information-technology/e-mail/ 34,778 9.87%

3. Programs of Study /academics/programs-of-study/ 7,044 2.00%

4. Health Sciences Pathway

/pathway/health-sciences/ 5,932 1.68%

5. Jefferson Starship /entertainment-events/potter-center/jefferson-starship/ 3,427 0.97%

6. Potter Center /entertainment-events/potter-center/ 2,863 0.81%

7. Library /library/ 2,610 0.74%

8. Academic Calendar /academics/academic-calendar/ 2,486 0.71%

9. Steps to Apply /admissions/steps-to-apply/ 2,442 0.69%

10. Business Pathway /pathway/business-computer-technology/ 2,432 0.69%

WEBSITE ANALYTICS


Facebook Insights • March 1 - 31, 2018

Page Likes This Period

88

Total Monthly

Unique Reach

55,443

Unique Post

Engagements

12,450

Video

Views

11,746

Total Page Likes

6,290

Most Popular Organic Post - Easter Egg Hunt

SOCIAL MEDIA METRICS


Most Popular Organic Post - Preview Housing Day

More Paid Facebook- HR Job Placement Ads

Impressions: 39,243Reach: 27,781Investment: $103.00


Twitter Insights • March 1 - 31, 2018

New Followers

This Period

6

Tweet

Reach

26,800

Profile

Visits

743

Mentions

36

Total

Followers

1,594

Top Tweets


Instagram Insights • March 1 - 31, 2018

Followers

527

Unique Monthly Reach

1,165

YouTube • March 1 - 31, 2018

Views: 923Watch Time: 1,608Likes: 13New Subscribers: 3Total Subscribers: 139Top Videos:Jackson College Virtual TourAlumni Stories – Darrell NorrisAlumni Stories – Philicia RichmondVideos posted in March: 18

Playlist of all videos posted in March

https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL8hTOJrVD3VVFeXAjoej-QV4lnkS0NinR


PRODUCTION PIECES

Volume 15 | Issue 4

CHRIS PERONDI’SSTUNT DOGEXPERIENCE

4.15.18

AN EVENING OFLUTHER VANDROSS

WITHRUBEN STUDDARD

4.21.18

AMY GRANT4.27.18

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Potter Center Playbill Book 4 - Program/TV Screen/Social Posts/News Releases – (print/digital) – Created for distribution at the professional shows in the Harold Sheffer Music Hall / George E. Potter Center. Ads are sold to cover costs of printing Playbills and profit is donated by to the theatre restoration fund.CLICK ON IMAGE FOR COMPLETE DOCUMENT

https://www.jccmi.edu/wp-content/uploads/PotterPlaybill.pdf


Crockett Save the Date - Postcard (print) – Created to encourage community members and friends of the College to mark the date on their calendars for the Crockett dinner and celebration. This annual event recognizes the Ethelene Jones Crockett Distinguished Alumni Award recipient and the Jackson College Distinguished Service Award recipient. The event is scheduled for May 2 at the Jackson College Central Campus.

SAVE THE DATEWEDNESDAY, MAY 2, 2018

DR. ETHELENE JONES CROCKETT Distinguished Alumni Awardand THE JACKSON COLLEGE Distinguished Service AwardRECOGNITION DINNERMark your calendar now for this special evening.Invitation with full details will be forthcoming.

Jackson College Central Campus

2111 Emmons Road • Jackson, MI

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JACKSON COLLEGE | CENTRAL CAMPUS2111 EMMONS ROAD | JACKSON, MI 49201

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The Jackson College Foundation invites you to join us for a

RETIREE RECOGNITIONBREAKFAST

W. J. Maher Campus | 3000 Blake Road | Jackson, MI 49201Tuesday, May 8 at 8:30 a.m.

Please RSVP to Cindy Gilmore [email protected] or517.787.0244 by May 1, 2018.

We look forward to seeing you!

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Jackson College FoundationW. J. Maher Campus3000 Blake RoadJackson, MI 49201

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Retiree Recognition Breakfast - Postcard (print) – Created to invite Jackson College retirees to a recognition breakfast being hosted by the Foundation at the W. J. Maher campus.


2018-2019 Jackson College Catalog – (digital/limited print copies) – Created for by Jackson College prospective students, parents, counselors and Jackson College student services staff to assist in the decision making process. In an effort to reduce costs and make the document current on a regular basis we have chosen to print very few copies of the catalog. The online version is searchable and can be easily updated during the course of an academic year if changes need to be made. CLICK ON IMAGE FOR COMPLETE DOCUMENT

https://www.jccmi.edu/wp-content/uploads/Catalog-2018-2019.pdf


Name Phone

Address

City State Zip

I am interested in becoming a Table Sponsor ($400)

I am interested in buying tickets @ $50 per ticket

I am unable to attend, but would like to support Sip Savor Support with a donation of $

Please make checks payable to: Jackson College Foundation

Mail this form and payment to: Jackson College • 2111 Emmons Road • Attention: Heather Bateman • Jackson, MI 49201

To purchase tickets, or make a donation, please call the Jackson College athletic department at 517.796.8628.

Friday, April 20, 2018Jackson College W.J. Maher Campus3000 Blake Rd. • Jackson, MI 49201

Doors open at 6:30 p.m. Tickets: $50

Sponsor a Table - $400

Eight (8) tickets to the eventGuaranteed reserved seating

Sponsor name on tableRecognition at the event

Bottle of wine (choice)Special sponsor only door prize drawing.

Sip, Savor, SupportA WINE TASTING FUNDRAISER FOR JACKSON COLLEGE JETS ATHLETICS

“Sip, Savor, Support” promises to be a festive evening where guests will enjoy sipping wines, savoring bites from local establishments, and supporting Jackson College Jets athletics. Event tickets will include twelve tastings, heavy hors d’oeuvres, wine and food pairings, and local beer selections.

Sip, Savor, Support Sponsor - Flyer (print) – Created to encourage prospective sponsors to help the Athletic Department fund raising event Sip, Savor, Support. New this year Athletics is offering table sponsorships, cost per ticket remains the same but you are able to reserve a full table. Seating is difficult to get at this very popular event.


Men’s Baseball 2018 Media Guide – (digital/limited print copies) – Created to inform fans and the media on the up-comng season. Guide includes letters from Dr. Phelan and Athletic Director, season schedule, coaches bios, player profiles and past stats. Advertising in the guide helps defray costs in the program. CLICK ON IMAGE FOR COMPLETE DOCUMENT

MEDIA GUIDE 2018 1

https://www.jccmi.edu/wp-content/uploads/Baseball2018MediaGuide.pdf


Be a

Summer Jet 39 days - 9 credits

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Summer Jets - Book Mark (print/digital) – Created to inform prospective Summer Jets students of the value of this type of a program. Admissions staff use this book mark as a leave behind as they are visiting high schools.

BOARD OF TRUSTEESSam R. Barnes, Chairman • John M. Crist, Vice ChairmanSheila A. Patterson, Secretary • Donna L. Lake, TreasurerMatthew R. Heins, Trustee • Philip E. Hoffman, Trustee

Dr. Edward A. Mathein, Trustee • Dr. Daniel J. Phelan, President/CEO

Join us for this five-weekacademic residential program,get ready for fall and get ataste of what college life is like.

July 8 – Aug. 15 • Participants will live in Jackson College’s Campus View student housing.

• Enjoy small class sizes with personal attention from faculty, and be paired with a mentor to help guide you.

• Classes will include: Business, Computer Information Systems, English and Math, Students are required to have a laptop, tablet or personal computer for class.

• In addition to academics, planned activities will help you get to know your classmates and explore the community.

• Students may qualify for financial aid and reduce your out of pocket cost.

Get a jump-start on fall semester, save money and experience living on campus. Register now; there are a limited number of spots available.

For more information or to apply contact:Jered Smart, Jackson College Admissions Recruiter,

[email protected]

Take off for success with the Summer Jet program

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Chris Perondi the “Stunt Dog Guy” TM

Presents the

STUNT DOG EXPERIENCE TM

Directed and created by

Chris Perondi

Main Host Chris Perondi

“The Stunt Dog Guy”

Dog Trainers Chris Perondi, Suhey Perondi,

and Abby Cline.

Assistant Trainers Steve Collier & Stavit Budin

Assistant Host & MC Suhey Perondi

Diggy the Dog mascot Steve Collier

Tour/Stage Manager Chris Perondi

Sound Design Chris Perondi

Show Script Chris Perondi

Prop Equipment Agility Works & Steve Turney

Become a fan online on Facebook at “Stunt Dog Productions” or visit our website at www.stuntdogshow.com “A dog that leaves a mark on your heart will never be forgotten” - Chris Perondi

Stunt Dog - Program Insert (print) – Created to provide guests attending performance with up to date information regarding the show, its performers and the production staff.


COME SEE US!

Fridays 2 - 4 p.m.

March 23 & 30April 6 & 13

No appointments, no pressure.Prospective students visit CV3.

Jackson Col lege

previewhousing days

at Jackson College

For more informationcall 517.796.8626.

Preview Housing Days - Flyer (print/digital) – Created to encourage prospective housing students and their parents to drop in to Campus View and see what living on campus can be like. Open house hours are on four consecutive Fridays and are from 2-4 p.m. There are no appointments, no pressure. A radio campaign supported this effort.


Housing E-mail Campaign (digital) – Created as a two part outreach to a defined prospective housing students. Messaging will continue in May to follow up with these prospects.


Thanks for

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Jackson College

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Cashier Signage (print) – Created to provide a strong visual to assist with checking out at Foundation and Athletic fund raising events such as Starry Night, Sportsman Banquet and Sip, Savor Support and more. The sign is retractable and very portable.


PEI Recruitment Posters (print) – This series of three posters was created to inform the prison population and encourage them to investigate the opportunities available to them being offered by Jackson College. Posters will be distributed throughout the prisons we teach in.

INTERESTED? Talk to your school principal or have your sponsor contact usat 517.796.8413. Sponsors may also visit www.jccmi.edu/pei/.

you cando it!Jackson College offers courses in severalcorrections institutions in Michigan. • Earn an Associates Degree and/or transfer credit prior to reentry


Poster #2

Jackson College offers courses in severalcorrections institutions in Michigan. • Earn an Associates Degree and/or transfer credit prior to reentry


this couldbe you!


Poster #3


unlockyour future!Jackson College offers courses in severalcorrections institutions in Michigan. • Earn an Associates Degree and/or transfer credit prior to reentry


Chris Perondi’s Stunt Dog Experience - Flyer/Social Posts/News Release (print/digital) – Created to encourage community members and Jackson College students, employees to attend the upcoming performance of Chris Perondi’s Student Dog Experience. Flyers were sent to local schools and the Cascades Humane Society.

TICKETS: $15Special ticket pricing: $10 tickets available for students & children

12 yrs. and under. Must be purchased with minimum of one adult

or full price ticket. 10% off Buyers Choice discount does not apply

to $10 tickets.

Call 517.797.8600 orwww.jccmi.edu/pottercenter

Sunday, April 152 & 6 p.m.

Jackson College Potter Center


New Housing Student Checklist (print/digital) – Created to help new Jackson College housing students navigate the housing admission process. This flyer is intended to clearly walk students through the process from applying to the final approval to move-in.

Become aCampus View resident?

HOUSINGCHECKLIST

Jackson Col lege

FOLLOW THIS CHECKLIST

Apply to Jackson College, become an active student & receive your username and login information

Apply for housing through the Student Housing website and student portal (www.jccmi.edu/housing)

Pay $50 application fee

Apply & pay ($47) for mandatory background check (see link on housing website)

Apply for financial aid by completing the FAFSA online (Free Application for Federal Student Aid)

Send high school transcripts to Jackson College (must have 2.0 cum to be eligible for Housing)

Complete course placement testing

Attend Orientation (class registration and payment plan can be completedat orientation)

Register for at least 12 credits(6 for the spring term)

Once room is assigned,pay $300 security deposit

Set up a payment plan for any remaining balance after financial aid, prior tomove-in

CONTACTElizabeth AndrewsDirector of Housing

[email protected]

www.jccmi.edu


Jackson College new

STUDENT CHECKLIST

APPLY FOR ADMISSIONComplete an online application at www.jccmi.edu

FILE FOR FINANCIAL AID • Complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (www.fafsa.ed.gov) Jackson College FAFSA Code: 002274 • Get information on scholarships and loans

REQUEST TRANSCRIPTS • Send in your high school transcript and test scores (ACT/SAT) if you have graduated in the last three years. • Send official college transcript only if you are requesting a transfer credit evaluation toward a Jackson College degree. • If you do not have transcripts, you will need to take course placement. • Mail to Jackson College, 2111 Emmons Road, Jackson, MI 49201

TAKE COURSE PLACEMENT Course placement assesses your skill level in writing, reading, and math to ensureyour success.

Course placement may not be needed if... • You took the ACT/SAT within the last three years. • You successfully completed math and English at a previous college. • You plan on taking a Jackson College course for personal interest or audit only.

COMPLETE NEW STUDENT PROFILE The New Student Profile can be completed online at www.jccmi.edu/nsp. Your student success navigator will be able to use the information to better serve your needs as a student with us.

ATTEND NEW STUDENT ORIENTATION All new students must attend an orientation and meet with a student success navigator in order to register for courses. Students will either meet with a student success navigator for first semester course planning or will schedule an advising appointment during their orientation session. Orientation sessions are offered at all Jackson College campus locations. Please register for an orientation session specific to the semester and location that you intend upon starting.

REGISTER FOR CLASSES Once you have completed the above steps to admissions and have attended orientation you will be able to register for classes.

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New Student Checklist (print/digital) – Created to help new Jackson College students navigate the admission process. This half sheet flyer is intended to clearly walk students through the process from applying to registering for class.


Enjoy this special evening as Ruben Studdard sings a selection of

Luther Vandross songs includingsome of the late R & B artist’s

greatest hits such as“A House is not a Home,” “Superstar,”

aand “Here and Now.”

SATURDAY, APRIL 21, 20187 P.M.

Tickets start at $32

call 517.796.8600 or online at

www.jccmi.edu/entertainment-events

Ruben Studdard - Blazer Advertisement (print) – Created to encourage community members and Jackson College students, employees to attend the upcoming performance by Ruben Studdard – Always and Forever – a tribute to the songs of Luther Vandross. Ran three times in The Blazer News.


Ruben Studdard - Flyer/Social Posts/News Release (print/digital) – Created to encourage community members and Jackson College students, employees to attend the upcoming performance by Ruben Studdard – Always and Forever – a tribute to the songs of Luther Vandross.

Saturday, April 21, 2018 • 7 p.m.Jackson College Potter CenterHarold Sheffer Music Hall

Ruben Studdard has warmed the hearts of his huge fan base with five albums and multiple tours. His smooth voice has earned him accolades and the nickname “The Velvet Teddy Bear.” Enjoy this special evening as Ruben sings a selection of Luther Vandross songs including hits “A House is not a Home,” “Superstar,” and “Here and Now.”

For tickets go to: www.jccmi.edu/potter centeror call 517.796.8600.

Tickets: $40 | $35 | $32

STUDDARD

VANDROSS

Saturday, April 21, 2018 • 7 p.m.Jackson College Potter CenterHarold Sheffer Music Hall

Ruben Studdard has warmed the hearts of his huge fan base with five albums and multiple tours. His smooth voice has earned him accolades and the nickname “The Velvet Teddy Bear.” Enjoy this special evening as Ruben sings a selection of Luther Vandross songs including hits “A House is not a Home,” “Superstar,” and “Here and Now.”

For tickets go to: www.jccmi.edu/potter centeror call 517.796.8600.

Tickets: $40 | $35 | $32

STUDDARD

VANDROSS


Student Group Interest Meeting - Poster/Flyer/TV Screen/Social Posts/News Release (print/digital) – Created to encourage Jackson College students who are interested in politics or current events to attend this student interest meeting. Attendees will decide if there is enough interest to warrant forming an official student group.


Investing 101 - Poster/Flyer/TV Screen/Social Posts/News Release (print/digital) – Created to encourage Jackson College employees and students to learn the basics of investing. This event will feature CFO Darrell Norris and is open to all.


Money Smart Week - Poster/Flyer/TV Screen/Social Posts/News Release (print/digital) – Jackson College in partnership with CP Federal Credit Union will be offering JC students an opportunity to learn about their finances and win cash. Money Smart Week will feature a kickoff event where students can enter to be eligible to attempt to grab cash in an inflatable money machine. Students will then be instructed to find the 7 hidden posters on campus, answer 7 questions and enter to win $500 cash. This partnership hopes to encourage students to be responsible about their finances.

MONEYSMART WEEKApril 18

4 p.m.Bert Walker HallFirst floor lobby

Enter for a chance to win cash and prizes!

Participate in the SMART MONEY contest from April 18-20. Use the map to find allseven posters hidden on campus.

Answer the questions correctlyfor a chance to win $500.

Maps available at kickoff event and in the Jets Hangar.

Open to Jackson College students only!

PRIZES • FUN • Chance to win CASH!Sponsored by Jackson College Student Life and CP Federal Credit Union

Yep, we’re different.Yep, we’re different.

KICKOFF EVENT

WINCASH


Campus Television Screens (digital) – Electronic messages appear on all campus television sets. These messages run on a schedule and can be campus / center specific.


Marketing director Karkheck honored for career achievementMarch 27, 2018

Each day, Director of Marketing & Communications Dotty Karkheck guides the many methods that Jackson College communicates with its communities. For her commitment, Karkheck was recently recognized by the National Council for Marketing & Public Relations as the 2018 Petrizzo Career Service Award Winner!

Karkheck began her career at Jackson College in 2002, bringing years of experience in marketing, publishing and graphic design. Karkheck has led the College through many strategic initiatives and explored new trends in marketing, keeping quality at the forefront of all efforts, print communications, website, digital and social media, to media relations.

Karkheck has been a member of NCMPR since 2003 and has been very active in helping coordinate district conferences and finding judges for the Medallion and Paragon Award programs. NCMPR colleague Lynn Whalen, executive director of public relations and marketing at Lincoln Land Community College in Illinois, said: “I have been continually impressed through the years with her abilities as a marketer and team leader, as well as her devotion to her community college and NCMPR.”

The College recognized her leadership skills in 2012 with the Outstanding Administrator of the Year Award.

Karkheck puts it this way: “I feel fortunate to be able to do what I love on a daily basis. To be able to work collaboratively with a team of talented employees who are all committed to student success is inspiring and rewarding.”

Named after a former NCMPR president who helped shape the organization in its early years, the D. Richard Petrizzo Award for Career Achievement honors an NCMPR professional for longtime accomplishments in college marketing and public relations. It is presented by the NCMPR board of directors at the national conference, which was recently held in Las Vegas.

Karkheck resides at Clark Lake with her husband, John.___________________________________________

Jets softball team ranked among top 20 nationallyMarch 21, 2018

Coming off a strong spring break trip to Florida last week, the Jackson College Jets women’s softball team is nationally ranked in the top 20 of the National Junior College Athletic Association Division II Softball Rankings, at no. 18.

The Jets went 9-1 on their Florida trip, with the offense scoring 93 runs including 11 home runs by seven different players. The team beat the currently ranked Madison College. The offense was led by freshman Brooke Garbarino, a catcher and outfielder from Livonia, who hit .484 on the trip with three home runs, a grand slam and 20 runs batted in. Jets pitching was stellar all around and was led by the freshman Allison LaPoint (6-0), from Holland, Ohio, who left Florida on a 12-inning scoreless streak. In LaPoint’s last four games of the trip, she threw 21 scoreless innings out of 23.

“I knew going into Florida that we would do well and win some games, but I did not expect us to be 9-1,) said Jamie Vandenburgh, head coach. ‘We played better competition this year than we have in the past, but the girls were ready for it and played hard. The best part of the trip was seeing the team play or each other and support one another. Our

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centerfielder made a diving catch to end a game that had been a little back and forth, and the entire team sprinted to the outfield! They were excited about their teammate. It was something awesome to see!”

This year’s team is a unique group of only four sophomores and 14 freshmen.

“The sophomores have stepped up and filled an upperclassmen role,” Vandenburgh said. “They keep the team engaged and focused both on and off the field. All sophomores are filling starting roles and proving why they should be on the field.”

After working out hard over the winter with a new strength coach and being focused during hitting sessions, the team has set some high goals for the season. “I am excited to see this season play out and hope that we can continue rolling forward,” Vandenburgh said.

(Note: The home opener that had been set for Thursday, March 22 has been canceled.). _________________________________

Several Jets players receive basketball All-Conference recognitionMarch 21, 2018

As the men’s and women’s basketball seasons come to a close, several Jackson College Jets players received season honors recently from the Michigan Community College Athletic Association Western Conference.

For the men: Brandon Thomas, guard, hometown Ypsilanti, Third Team All-Conference Jagger Surface, guard/forward, hometown Fort Wayne, Ind., Third Team All-Conference Michael Bruce, guard/forward, hometown Ypsilanti, Honorable Mention All-Conference Devaughn Munson, guard/forward, hometown Ann Arbor, Honorable Mention All-Conference

The Jets men ended the season with an 11-7 conference record and an 18-12 overall record; they tied with Muskegon Community College for third place in the MCCAA West.

For the women: Chelsea Palmer, forward, hometown Brooklyn, Second Team All-Conference Sydney Brown, guard, hometown Port Huron, Honorable Mention All-Conference

The Jets women ended the season with a 6-10 conference record and an 8-17 overall record; they tied for fifth place in the MCCAA West._________________________________

Registration underway now for spring & fallMarch 20, 2018

Jackson College registration begins March 21 for the fall semester. Registration continues for the spring semester, which begins May 23.

With registration available for spring and fall, students can plan their schedules in advance. Community college offers ample opportunities for well-paying careers that are accessible with an associate degree, such as healthcare and information technology, along with transfer opportunities for students planning to complete a bachelor’s degree at a university.


Current students should meet with a student success navigator soon to review their course plan. New students must contact Jackson College admissions prior to registering for classes. For more information, call any location: Central Campus, 517.796.8425; Jackson College @ LISD TECH, 517.265.5515; Hillsdale LeTarte Center, 517.437.3343; and Maher Campus, 517.768.7097.

Fall semester classes begin Sept. 4. A complete course schedule is available on the Jackson College website, www.jccmi.edu, under “e-Services” and “Guest.”_________________________________

Local graduate Daniels to coach bowling teamsMarch 8, 2018

Jackson College is pleased to announce Corey Daniels is the bowling coach for the new men’s and women’s bowling teams.

Daniels, a veteran bowler of over 17 years, is a graduate of Northwest High School where he bowled for four years. He continued his studies at Grand Valley State University for business administration, and also bowled there and was vice president of the bowling club. He returned to Northwest to coach varsity bowling for the past four years. Today he manages Suburban Lanes bowling alley on Ann Arbor Road, owned by his parents, Ron and Cindy Daniels.

Jackson College Athletic Director Heather Bateman had approached Daniels about Suburban Lanes being the host site for the new College bowling program. He became interested in the position through their discussion and applied for the post. “I’m very excited,” he said. “It’s been difficult to stay quiet about it! It’s been an exciting time.”

Jackson is a popular bowling community, and the State of Michigan is the number one state for high school bowlers in the nation. So, it’s very fitting that Jackson College offer a bowling program, Daniels said. There is a great deal of talent in Jackson and the surrounding areas.

“The talent level here in Jackson is very good, and in the surrounding areas, a 30- to 45-mile radius, there are several champions and team state champions. I think we can be really competitive on a college level. With the talent that is around here, I feel we can be competitive our first year.”

The bowling season runs through the winter, from December to March. The College will also be hiring an assistant coach, and Daniels will begin recruiting for the teams soon._________________________________

Get ready for Mars Attacks! Concatenation 2018 eventMarch 8, 2018

Make provisions now for the Mars Attacks! Concatenation Convention, or Con Con, set to invade Saturday, March 24 in Bert Walker Hall, Room 144-145, on Jackson College’s Central Campus!

Con Con brings together the world of science fiction and fact in a fun, one-day event with additional activities leading up to it. This year’s “Mars Attacks” event features John McCrea, respected illustrator and comic book artist. McCrea will speak from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. He has worked with Marvel and DC Comics, among others. He has illustrated iconic character such as Batman, Superman, Wonder Woman, Spider Man, the Hulk, Star Wars, Judge Dredd, Mars Attacks!, the Simpsons, and more. In addition, he works as an illustrator in book, record and magazine publishing and undertakes design and story boarding work for multimedia and the entertainment industry, including being a Lucasfilm accredited artist. He also teaches in schools and colleges.


In the afternoon, enjoy a Skype discussion with Andy Weir, author of “The Martian” and “Artemis,” followed by a virtual book signing, from 1-2 p.m. Andy Weir built a career as a software engineer until the success of his first published novel, “The Martian,” allowed him to live out his dream of writing full-time. He is a lifelong space nerd and a devoted hobbyist of subjects such as relativistic physics, orbital mechanics, and the history of manned spaceflight.

Numerous additional events are planned throughout the day: 10:30 a.m. Mars presentation by Jackson College Professor Xania Payne 2:15-3:15 p.m. Mars Attacks! card set presentation by Jon Hart, Thunderhouse Productions, Con Con coordinator 3-4 p.m. “The Martian” book discussion with JDL staff

More events include: Mars-themed short films and NASA Mars exhibit; “War of the Worlds” listening room; Ye Olde Throat Punch Games – science and math theme game room; Devon Camel comic artist; area merchants and craftspeople; Jackson Makerspace do-it-yourself activities; MeggaXP Jackson’s pop culture conventioneers; Nostalgia Ink and more in the works. 4 p.m. Con Con closes; music to follow with The Orbiters.

All events are free. Check out door prizes, and lunch will be available for free. Books will be available on site for purchase for McCrea and Weir. Cosplay a plus!

Events leading up to the Con Con include: March 10 – 2 p.m. Showing of “The Martian” at the Jackson District Library – Carnegie Branch. Watch the movie and have a discussion about it with Jackson College Professor Steven Albee-Scott. March 17 – Cosplayers Make Costumes at Jackson Makerspace March 22 – 6-7:30 p.m. John McCrea small group discussion at Jackson District Library – Meijer Branch. March 23 – 4-6 p.m. John McCrea signing, discussion and commissions at Nostalgia Ink, Jackson._________________________________

Smiles all around! New dental hygiene program approvedMarch 7, 2018

Jackson College is pleased to announce that a new dental hygiene program has received approval from the Commission on Dental Accreditation to launch this fall semester, 2018!

Plans for a new dental hygiene program began after concerns were raised about a shortage of registered dental hygienists to fill present and future job openings in the tri-county area. Dental hygiene is a growing field with great career opportunities. Also, local students pursuing the dental program through the Career Centers now have the opportunity to stay in our community to pursue their associate degree in dental hygiene.

“I am excited about the launching of Jackson College’s first dental hygiene program which is designed to better serve our community and our students,” said Dr. Daniel J. Phelan, Jackson College president. “Special thanks go to our Board of Trustees and Dr. Ed Mathein in particular, as well as Program Director Pat Guenther, for making this program and its accreditation possible. We are also excited about our ability to equip the lab with funding from The Community College Skilled Trades Equipment Program (CCSTEP). We are thrilled to welcome students to yet another career program at Jackson College.”

Dental hygienists clean teeth, examine patients for signs of oral diseases such as gingivitis and provide other preventive dental care. Employment is expected to grow 10.7 percent nationally, so this in-demand career promises a bright future. Ongoing research linking oral health to general health spurs demand for preventive dental services, which dental hygienists provide. They also educate patients on ways to improve and maintain good oral health.


“Our students will be graduating with an Associate in Applied Science degree in dental hygiene, which permits them to sit for all board exams necessary to get their dental hygiene license in Michigan or any state,” said Guenther. “I’ve had many students come to see me about enrolling in the program; there’s a lot of interest.”

Jackson College has been developing the program and curriculum for about a year now, and in October 2017 submitted a self-study for consideration of accreditation. The Commission sent site visitors to the College to assess the program’s compliance with the accreditation standards. The associate degree program will be a second-admit program, similar to nursing and other health careers, where students begin with prerequisites and then apply for admission to the dental hygiene program. Enrollment is limited to 10 students.

“For the College and community, we will have a dental hygiene clinic offering preventive services will be open to the public, with students as the clinicians. That will start in 2019,” Guenther said, referring to the lab in Justin Whiting Hall. “We’re looking forward to partnering with the dental community, especially the Center for Family Health, and getting out there in the community. This will be a great addition to the College.”

To learn more about the program, visit www.jccmi.edu/program/dental-hygiene, or contact Guenther, 517.990.1463 or [email protected]._________________________________

Preview Housing Days provide sneak peek at life on campusMarch 5, 2018

Interested in finding out what living on campus is like? Check out Preview Housing Days at Jackson College, Fridays, March 23, 30 and April 6 & 13, from 2-4 p.m.

Jackson College offers students a unique opportunity among two-year colleges with on-campus living. Three student housing facilities are available – Campus View 1, 2 and 3. Each features numerous amenities for students, with multiple levels of security, all utilities are included, common lounges and computer labs, laundry facilities and free parking. Campus View is located on the Jackson Central Campus, minutes away from classroom buildings, library, dining commons, the Jets Hangar recreation center, and fieldhouse. Residents enjoy a variety of activities, from welcome events to get to know other residents, to weekly planned activities throughout the year.

“I like that I get to make new friends every new school semester,” said Jerrick Parker, working toward an Associate in General Studies with plans to become a physical therapist. “I also get to have a kitchen in my dorm. We have a washer and dryer right on our floor, and we have plenty of study lounges and computers.”

Student NeJasmyn Anderson, working toward an associate degree in radiography, shared “Something I like most about living in Campus View housing is that you can interact with one another. If you have class with other students who stay on campus as well and you need the extra help, they’re right there to help. Also, staying on campus helps keep you involved with the many activities and festivities there are here at Jackson College Central Campus.”

Comments from past residents include:“I have my own room and I don’t have to rush to class.”“I enjoy living on campus because it is very convenient and has a ‘homie’ feel. I also like that I can use the gym and weight room easily.”“Having the opportunity to stay on JC’s campus makes it easy to connect with those who have the same focus as you.”No need to call or make an appointment! Just stop by and discover what living on campus is all about! To learn more about Campus View student housing, call the Office of Residence Life at 517.990.1337, by e-mail at [email protected], or visit online https://www.jccmi.edu/campus-view-student-housing._________________________________


New Countywide Jackson County Early College Launches with Kickoff on March 8March 1, 2018

JACKSON, Michigan — The community is invited to celebrate the launch of an exciting new educational opportunity for Jackson County students: The Jackson County Early College (JCEC). The brief kickoff event will be held on Thursday, March 8 at 5:30 p.m. in Bert Walker Hall, rooms 144 & 145, on the Central campus of Jackson College.

The new JCEC is open to students in every public high school in Jackson County and is designed to guide students beyond traditional dual enrollment (in which students select their own college courses) toward a career path and formal program of study. As early as ninth grade, students can begin taking classes on campus at Jackson College and get a head start on working towards an associate degree, certification, or credential.

JCEC students will see significant cost savings for their education compared to most traditional college students, with much of the expense covered by the home district.

“The Jackson County Early College (JCEC) program represents a transformational shift in education for the children of Jackson County,” said Jeff Beal, superintendent of Jackson Public Schools. “This shift moves from a traditional K-12 approach to a much more robust K-14 pathway that will be tailored for every child to find their way from the classroom to a career.”

JCEC is designed as a Universal Entry/Universal Exit model whereby students can begin their college education as early as their freshman year and stay all the way through year 13. This offers a maximum of 60 credits at a small fraction of the cost.

The concept of Universal Exit allows students the flexibility to leave the program at any time up to or before the end of their 13th year, provided they are meeting State of Michigan high school graduation requirements. Students can choose how intensive their pathway will be, as some will begin with just a few exploratory courses, while others can choose a more robust pathway which can yield a completed associate degree by the end of year 13.

“This is an inclusive program designed to encourage students from all backgrounds to earn college credits, a degree, or a certification; and be prepared for a meaningful and successful career in the community,” said Jean Logan, Jackson County Early College Administrator. “One of our desired outcomes is ‘community retention’ – creating a workforce that will remain in the area to support the growing economic base. The potential to impact Jackson County’s business community in meeting its workforce needs is substantial.”

Under the guidance of counselors and dedicated program director, Logan, students can apply now to the program, and begin planning to attend Jackson College classes in the fall of 2018.

For more information on the JCEC, please contact [email protected] or speak with your local high school counselor._________________________________

Men’s basketball wins playoff opener, heads to tournamentMarch 1, 2018

Congratulations to the Jackson College Jets men’s basketball team on their Wednesday night win on the road over Muskegon Community College 88-79.

The Jets are tied for third place with Muskegon in the Michigan Community College Athletic Association (MCCAA) Western Conference, both with conference records of 11-7. With Wednesday’s win, Jackson College will now host the


first round of the National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA) Region 12 Men’s Basketball Tournament March 6 in the Victor Cuiss Fieldhouse.

In Wednesday’s game, guard Brandon Thomas was high scorer with 28 points on the night. It was a strong night for the Jets with all five of the starters scoring in double digits; guard/forward Jagger Surface scored 18, Andrew Nicholson Jr. scored 16, forward Karinn Davis Jr. scored 11 and guard/forward Michael Bruce scored 10. Nicholson, Thomas and Bruce were also strong off the boards, with 9, 8 and 8 rebounds, respectively.

Muskegon’s Jayhawks led through much of the first half, but the Jets battled back in the second half, tying the score a couple times early in the half before holding the lead for the rest of the game.

“We invite the college and the community out to cheer on our Jets players in this playoff game,” said athletic director Heather Bateman. “This will be our first-ever playoff game at home since sports returned to the College, so we’re excited! It should be a good game.”

Next week’s playoff game will begin at 7 p.m. Tuesday. Come out and cheer on the Jets men!

The Jackson College Jets women’s basketball team fell to Muskegon Community College’s Jayhawks 38-62 Wednesday at Muskegon.

In last Wednesday night’s game, no Jets were in double digits; guard/forward Kelsey Underhile was high scorer with 9 points. The Jets women have qualified for the NJCAA District G Tournament, which also kicks off March 6. They are 6-10 for the season in MCCAA Western Conference play.


Jackson Citizen Patriot

New dental hygiene program enrolling students now at Jackson College

March 12, 2018

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Jackson College tabs 22-year-old Corey Daniels to lead bowling program

March 8, 2018



Comic book sci-fi mixes with reality at Jackson College’s ‘Con Con’

March 15, 2018



7-year-old dreams of being great artist,work on display at college

March 18, 2018

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County Press

Jefferson Starship to perform at Potter Center

March 7, 2018

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ConCon 2018 to feature renowned illustrator atlibrary’s Meijer branch.

March 14, 2018

The Exponent

Malcolm X’s daughter keynotespeaker at JC.

March 13, 2018


The Exponent

Local graduate Daniels to coach newJets bowling teams

March 13, 2018

The Exponent

Yearly Concatentation Convention set to happen at Jackson College.

March 21, 2018

Jackson Citizens Patriot

Jackson College Fifth Annual Egg Hunt

March 25, 2018


The Exponent

Easter Egg Hunts and more

March 27, 2018

The Exponent

Women of Color Conference

March 27, 2018


The Exponent

Young artist’s paintings featuredat Potter Center

March 27, 2018

The Exponent

Jets players receive basketballAll-Conference recognition.

March 27, 2018

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