Joliet Junior College

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Joliet Junior College (JJC), a community college based in Joliet, Illinois, was the first public community college founded in the United States.^[1] JJC offers pre-baccalaureate programs for students planning to transfer to a four-year university, as well as occupational education leading directly to employment. Additionally, JJC offers adult education and literacy programs, workforce development services, and student support services. In fall 2008, the college enrolled 14,088 students. Every year, over 22,000 students enroll in the college's academic programs in addition to over 14,000 students in non-credit programs.

Sign of JJC Main Campus

Campus Locations

The college has three campuses and two centers:

• Main Campus, 1215 Houbolt, Joliet, IL 60431
• City Center Campus, 214 N. Ottawa Street, Joliet, IL 60432
• North Campus, 1125 W. Romeo Road, Romeoville, IL 60446
• Grundy County Center, 1715 N. Division Street, Morris, IL 60450
• Weitendorf Agricultural Education Center, 17840 W. Laraway Road, Joliet, IL 60433

Getting Started at Joliet Junior College

• Admissions - Apply for Admission Online
• Registration - Register for Classes
• Counseling and Advising - Find out how to make an appointment with a counselor or adviser.
• Financial Aid, Scholarships & Tuition - Learn about financial aid, scholarships and tuition costs.

Notable alumni

• Dr. John C. Houbolt - NASA scientist
• Katherine Dunham - "Noted for her work as a pioneering dancer and choreographer, Miss Dunham has made an indelible mark on American history as an anthropologist, educator, author, performer, director producer and activist." - katherinedunham.org
• George Sangmeister - retired Illinois Congressman
• John Williams - WGN Radio host
• Robert Ninkovich-a professional football player with Miami Dolphins
• Kelvin Hayden - Professional Football Player with the Indianapolis Colts
• Larry C. Williams - helped lead in the design and redevelopment of the architecture of the Joliet Public Library.

Current Administration

• President - Dr. Eugenia Proulx
• Vice President of Academic Affairs - Dr. Dennis K. Haynes
• Vice President of Administrative Services - David Agazzi
• Vice President for Institutional Advancement & Research - Dr. Ryan Smith
• Vice President of Student Development - Dr. Betsy Oudenhoven
• Chief Information Officer (VP) - Dwayne Cable

Current Board of Trustees

• Chair - Robert J. Wunderlich (2003-2009)
• Secretary - Barbara DeLaney (2007-2013)
• Trustee - Susan Block (2003-2009)
• Trustee - Jeff May (2005-2011)
• Trustee - Andrew Mihelich (2007-2013)
• Trustee - Daniel O'Connell (2007-2013)
• Student Trustee - Deborah Dole (April 2008–April 2009)

2008 Meeting Locations and Dates

History

The first college of its kind in the United States, Joliet's founding came about in 1901 as the result of a meeting between the Joliet superintendent of schools, J. Stanley Brown, and the president of the University of Chicago, William Rainey Harper. For years, Harper had been advocating a "2+2" approach to higher education, suggesting that undergraduates should focus on general education coursework in their first two years of college to serve as a foundation to specialize in a field of study in their next two years. Under this model, Harper recommended the creation of "junior" colleges for students in their first two years. In 1901, six students enrolled at Joliet Junior College. In 1916, the name of the institution was formalized. In 1917, Joliet Junior College received accreditation from the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools.

References

External links

• Joliet Junior College
• JJC Academic Departments and Programs
• JJC Student Services
• JJC Institutional Effectiveness