
Veterinary Medical Technology Application Open
The application period for JJC's Veterinary Medical Technology program is from March 1 - June 1.
The latest details on Joliet Junior College operations amid the COVID-19 pandemic.
Masks will still be required in classrooms, the Shield Testing area, and large meeting spaces where distancing is difficult through the end of the spring semester.
From JJC President Dr. Judy Mitchell (3-24-22)
As a college community, we remain encouraged by decreasing positivity rates and increasing vaccination rates at the college and around our district. Your patience and empathy are what drives our success through these transitions.
I want to take a moment to thank the Emergency Response Team, led by Dr. Yolanda Farmer, for serving as the college’s COVID-19 campus operations advisory and resource team as we move through another phase of the pandemic. The absolute resilience I have witnessed within this campus community over the last two years is utterly remarkable.
As we previously communicated in February, JJC will move to a mask-optional environment on April 1. Masks will still be required in classrooms, the Shield Testing area, and large meeting spaces where distancing is difficult through the end of the spring semester.
The reason we have waited to send this reminder is that we have been waiting to see if Governor Pritzker will renew the executive order requiring higher education institutions to have weekly COVID test or vaccination requirements. Unfortunately, we have not received any updates about the executive order. This means that beyond April 1, we will still require those entering campus to use a Cleared4 pass. As we receive more information from the state, we will revisit campus operations related to the use of Cleared4 and Dr. Farmer will share these updates with you.
This upcoming phase of our campus operations will require us to work together as we bring with us different experiences and varying comfort levels. We know that wearing a mask is a personal choice. It is important that we extend empathy to one another and withhold judgment no matter what decision someone makes. We need to champion the community of care we have established and respect the choices of our colleagues.
Of equal importance is that the mask optional changes do not impact our other COVID-19 safety protocols including social distancing, contact tracing, on-campus testing, enhanced cleaning, and increased air exchange.
Thank you for helping us move through this new moment and upholding our core values.
In accordance with applicable COVID-19 Disaster Proclamations and Executive Orders issued by Governor Pritzker, all on-campus students and employees must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. All students attending classes onsite and all employees working on campus who are not fully vaccinated against COVID-19 for any reason are required to provide a negative test a minimum of once per week. More details below.
In accordance with Illinois Gov. J.B. Pritzker's vaccine or test mandate, which has been extended through May 28, the college has partnered with health verification system Cleared4 to easily allow students and employees to upload COVID vaccination cards, COVID test results, and to submit daily symptom checks.
From Executive Vice President Dr. Yolanda Farmer (5-04-22)
Please be aware that Governor Pritzker's executive order requiring students and employees of higher education institutions be vaccinated or provide a weekly COVID test has been extended through May 28, 2022.
It has been encouraging to see the numbers of COVID cases go down nationally and locally. At JJC, we will continue to require students and employees have either a vaccine card in Cleared4 or upload a negative COVID test each week. As a reminder, we are currently operating in a mask-optional environment, with masks required in classrooms, the Shield Testing area, along with large meeting spaces where distancing is difficult through the end of the spring semester.
There is much to be thankful for. Spring is here and graduation vibes are in the air! I can never say it enough--thank you for your collaboration as we move through this together.
You'll need an Access Pass in order to enter campus. Here's how to get it:
Access Passes from Cleared4 are not required for visitors who are rarely on campus, such as prospective students and/or parents, test-takers, and general members of the public who are not on campus at least once a week and not enrolled in classes.
Visitors will still be required to follow existing social distancing and masking protocols, and have their temperature taken at the greeter station when entering campus.
Effective April 1, JJC has moved to a mask-optional environment. Masks will still be required in classrooms, the Shield Testing area, and large meeting spaces where distancing is difficult through the end of the spring semester.
Employees and students are encouraged to get the COVID-19 vaccine. If unvaccinated, employees and students are required to take weekly COVID tests.
If you are unvaccinated you will be required to take a weekly COVID test, effective the week of Sept. 20.
Starting Sept. 20, the college will require enrolled students who are unvaccinated to get a COVID test once per week if you are regularly on campus for any on-campus class, lab, academic testing, or seeking services. Students who complete their coursework exclusively remotely are not required to test weekly.
Starting Sept. 20, the college will require enrolled students who are unvaccinated to get a COVID test once per week if you are regularly on campus for any on-campus class, lab, academic testing, or seeking services.
Visitors to campus, such as prospective students and/or parents, test-takers, and general members of the public who are not on campus at least once a week will be required to follow existing social distancing and masking protocols.
Those who are employed by or contracted to provide services for JJC must either provide proof of vaccination in order to be on campus for an extended period and in close proximity to others or, starting Sept. 20, submit a COVID test each week prior to being on campus for an extended period and in close proximity to others.
JJC has partnered with health verification system Cleared4 to easily enter your proof of COVID vaccination, upload your test results, and more. This user-friendly service will help keep you, your families and everyone visiting campus safe and compliant with our current policies.
This system goes into effect Sept. 20. Here's how it works:
JJC has partnered with pharmacies since the summer to offer multiple onsite vaccination clinics, and will continue to explore future on-campus opportunities for students and employees.
Those who choose not to get the vaccine are required to get a COVID test once a week, effective Sept. 20, regardless of vaccine exemption.
An individual is considered fully vaccinated against COVID-19 two weeks after receiving the second dose in a two-dose series or two weeks after receiving a single-dose vaccine. Students and employees that are on campus are required to get tested weekly until fully vaccinated.
The college is not requiring booster COVID vaccine shots at this time.
JJC offers free COVID tests through our partnership with SHIELD Illinois, a saliva testing program through the University of Illinois. Appointments are required for community testing. Testing sites include:
If you are unvaccinated you will be required to take a weekly COVID test, effective the week of Sept. 20. Those with an approved religious or medical exemption will still be required to take a weekly COVID test.
Please note, appointments are required for community testing.
JJC requires PCR tests. These tests are administered by SHIELD Illinois on the JJC campus, and through other clinics in the area. Rapid testing is not allowed.
Those taking weekly COVID tests will need to upload your results through the Cleared4 health verification system.
Watch: How to Upload COVID Test Results
Results are typically received within 24 hours of the sample arriving at the lab.
SHIELD testing at JJC is free, as are clinic sites throughout Will County.
There is no exemption for COVID testing. Starting Sept. 20, the college will require anyone who is unvaccinated, regardless of vaccine exemption, to get a COVID test once a week if you are regularly on campus.
If you have not provided proof of vaccination, you must complete weekly COVID tests, starting Sept. 20. Students and employees that are on campus are required to get tested weekly until fully vaccinated.
An individual is considered fully vaccinated against COVID-19 two weeks after receiving the second dose in a two-dose series or two weeks after receiving a single-dose vaccine.
Those who are fully vaccinated typically do not need to be routinely tested. However, the CDC recommends that anyone with any signs of symptoms of COVID-19 get tested, regardless of vaccination status.
Follow JJC’s existing COVID process after a positive COVID test, when feeling symptomatic, or feeling asymptomatic if you’ve been in close contact with a confirmed or probable COVID case.
We understand there may be other questions related to the governor's executive order. As other details are finalized, we will continue to share information with our students and employees through their JJC email, and across the college's platforms, including this page.
Students with other questions can email comcenter@jjc.edu.
Employees with other questions can email hr@jjc.edu.
The Centers for Disease Control has details on vaccine effectiveness, the safety of vaccines, potential side effects, COVID variants and more.
For questions about the Cleared4 health verification system, including about privacy, visit the Cleared4 FAQ page.
Find below answers to common questions on operations at JJC during the fall semester.
When on campus, employees, students and visitors will be required to follow the safety measures outlined on this page.
Spring Semester Hours of Operation (View full academic calendar):
Effective April 1, JJC has moved to a mask-optional environment. Masks will still be required in classrooms, the Shield Testing area, and large meeting spaces where distancing is difficult through the end of the spring semester.
JJC has established a decision-making process when a potential case is brought to the college’s attention. This form is for members of the Joliet Junior College community (students, faculty, and staff) to report confirmed or suspected cases of COVID-19.
The chart below tracks cases of students and employees confirmed to have contracted COVID-19, effective Jan. 3, 2022. Previous tracking periods can be found here.
This chart will be updated as the college becomes aware of new confirmed cases. It shows positive cases for individuals who have recently been on campus or potentially in close contact with others on campus. In each case, the area undergoes additional deep cleaning and all individuals with potential contact are communicated with directly.
JJC has established a decision-making process when a potential case is brought to the college’s attention, and a form for students, faculty and staff to submit for a suspected or positive COVID-19 case. Anyone experiencing any of the COVID-19 symptoms as outlined by the CDC are strongly encouraged to stay home.
Confirmed COVID-19 cases at JJC are tracked weekly from Friday-Thursday.
Joliet Junior College COVID-19 Confirmed Cases | ||
Current Week (Feb. 4 - 10) | Cumulative (As of Jan. 3) | |
Students | 3 | 19 |
Employees | 3 | 53 |
Total | 72 | |
Last updated: Feb. 11 |
Previous cases of COVID-19 have been tracked since March 2020 at the start of the pandemic. For archived case numbers, visit our coronavirus advisory page.
Registration is open for the spring 2022 semester is open.
New students: Apply here | View Additional Application Information
Current students: Register here.
JJC is offering in-person, hybrid, and remote classes.
Virtual student services will be available during business hours, with in-person appointments highly recommended.
JJC is holding more in-person events on campus, as well as a mix of virtual events, in accordance with established safety measures and capacity limits. Visit www.jjc.edu/events or the college's social media pages (account links at bottom of web page), as well as specific department social media accounts to view upcoming events and locations.
Joliet Junior College will continue to post job announcements and fill vacant or new positions at https://www.jjc.edu/about-jjc/college-leadership/administration/human-resources/jobs-careers/.
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We are available to assist you on campus. Virtual appointments and services are also available during business hours.
We are available to assist you on campus. Virtual appointments and services are also available during business hours.
We are available to assist you on campus. Virtual appointments and services are also available during business hours.
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We are available to assist you on campus in both the Cafeteria and Beanery.
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We are available to assist you on campus. Virtual appointments and services are also available during normal business hours and as noted below.
We are available to assist you on campus. Virtual appointments and services are also available during business hours
We are available to assist you on campus. Virtual appointments and services are also available during business hours
We are available to assist you on campus. Virtual appointments and services are also available during business hours
We are available to assist you on campus. Virtual appointments and services are also available.
We are available to assist you on campus. Virtual appointments and services are also available during business hours
We are available to assist you on campus. Virtual appointments and services are also available during business hours
We are available to assist you on campus. Virtual appointments and services are also available during business hours
We are available to assist you on campus. Virtual appointments and services are also available during business hours
We are available to assist you on campus. Virtual appointments and services are also available during business hours
We are available to assist you on campus. Virtual appointments and services are also available during business hours
We are available to assist you on campus. Virtual appointments and services are also available during normal business hours and as noted below.
We are available to assist you on campus. Virtual appointments and services are also available during business hours
The application period for JJC's Veterinary Medical Technology program is from March 1 - June 1.