Laura Juliana Villamarin | Human Services"I thought JJC was huge, and I didn't know where to start, but it was a nice experience once I started getting involved."
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Lincoln Dreesen"If it comes between me continuing my education or the opportunity to advance my career, I would choose my career. But with the flexibility offered from JJC — in particular the wide assortment of online classes — I have never come close to having to choose between the two."
Cannon Bronson | Welding"I chose JJC, because I like home, and this is very close to my home. So in a way, it makes JJC feel like home. I really enjoy the people here. I really am pleased with my decision to come to JJC."
Hailey Tannheimer | Education"JJC cares about their student’s whole career, not just their time at the College."
Ash Klinder | Biology"I was determined to find my place and my education, and I found that and so much more at JJC."
Jose Cortes | Welding"I heard a lot about JJC and how great of a school it is: being close to home, affordable. I decided to give it a try."
Kristy Kotchou | Nursing"When I enrolled at JJC back in the spring of 2020, I hadn't taken a college class since 1998. I was very intimidated by dipping my toes back into formal classes, so online classes at JJC felt like a great fit. When I started researching where I wanted to go to nursing school, I realized I didn't want to transfer anywhere else because of how well-respected and what a great reputation the nursing program at JJC has."
Kolade Idris | Computer Programming"They push you to apply for scholarships and things that help you succeed."
Freddy Ortiz Jr. | English and Education"The idea of going straight to a four-year university didn't seem feasible because of financial issues, but JJC has given me the opportunity to build a nice resume."
Peyton Weber | Engineering "JJC offers a lot of scholarships, and it being close to home, getting with go with people I knew from high school was a great benefit."
November 2023 spotlight
Daisy Hernandez | DEI Student Worker "I've met so many people on campus since I started working at JJC. I've made so many connections, which has really brought me out of my bubble."
October 2023 spotlight
Destiny Griffin | JJC Alumna and JJC Police Officer"I think that JJC is family, because if I go anywhere else, I'm not going to get some of the love that I've gotten from here since I've been here as a student and an employee."
Learn more about Destiny: First Black Female Officer Joins JJC Police Department
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September 2023 spotlight
Ryan Wisch“JJC is an amazing school. It has a bunch of sense of community. Every group that I've been a part of, I've loved. I've met so many people, and I've made so many connections. I really can't be more thankful that I chose JJC."
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September 2023 spotlight
