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Why Juell Lagonero Belongs at JJC Posted by Amanda Wijangco on Mar 31, 2023 7:45:00 AM Tweet is a place to grow, to learn, to challenge yourself, to meet friends and to connect with mentors. It’s where you belong. Our students, faculty, staff and community members all feel a sense of belonging at JJC for different reasons. In our new #BelongAtJJC blog series, we’re featuring a JJC student or employee and sharing why they belong. Next up is Juell Lagonero, National Society of Leadership and Success (NSLS) president, JJC student government member, Wiley’s Pack student influencer, Wolfpack Productions project manager and Muslim Student Society secretary. Read More 0 Comments Click here to read/write comments Tags: Student Voices , #BelongAtJJC , Wiley’s Pack Why Ashley Ruiz Belongs at JJC Posted by Amanda Wijangco on Feb 28, 2023 8:45:00 AM Tweet is a place to grow, to learn, to challenge yourself, to meet friends and to connect with mentors. It’s where you belong. Our students, faculty, staff and community members all feel a sense of belonging at JJC for different reasons. In our new #BelongAtJJC blog series, we’re featuring a JJC student or employee and sharing why they belong. First up is nursing student, Wiley’s Pack student influencer and student ambassador Ashley Ruiz. Read More 0 Comments Click here to read/write comments Tags: Student Voices , #BelongAtJJC , Wiley’s Pack , Student Ambassadors 4 HVAC Tips to Prepare for Winter Posted by Amanda Wijangco on Nov 21, 2022 9:08:18 AM Tweet Temperatures are dropping. Snow has fallen, and the trees across campus are losing leaves. Winter is coming, and HVAC professor Juan Aguilar is ready to help you prepare for the Midwestern cold and stay warm indoors. Read More 0 Comments Click here to read/write comments Tags: Tips & Tricks , JJC Experts 5 Places to Enjoy Fall at JJC Posted by Amanda Wijangco on Oct 24, 2022 9:22:15 AM Tweet The weather is cooler. Green leaves are transforming into golden orange and yellow hues. Corn is being harvested, and Halloween is almost here. It’s definitely autumn at JJC! Whether you want to enjoy the weather, the foliage or would prefer to stay indoors, has a way for you to indulge in the changing season. Read More 0 Comments Click here to read/write comments Tags: For New Students , Just for Fun , Holidays 4 Meditation Tips to Stay Mindful This Semester Posted by Amanda Wijangco on Sep 19, 2022 11:10:25 AM Tweet Meditation is often associated with yoga or sitting on the ground with closed eyes, but it’s much more than that. The Sustainability Union defines meditation as being mindful of what’s going on in your head and around you. As we head deeper into the school year and work and stress piles on, it’s important to be mindful and take the time to meditate. Continue reading for tips and tricks from our Sustainability Union to improve your mindfulness this semester. Read More 0 Comments Click here to read/write comments Tags: Tips & Tricks , Mental Health 4 Places of Interest to Visit on Main Campus Posted by Amanda Wijangco on Aug 22, 2022 9:09:43 AM Tweet As an institution of higher learning, ’s Main Campus is full of classrooms, collaborative spaces, and offices for student support and resources. But Main Campus has much more to offer just steps away from your classrooms. Continue reading to learn about places to visit and resources to take advantage of on JJC’s Main Campus. Read More 0 Comments Click here to read/write comments Tags: For New Students , Just for Fun , About JJC JJC Social Media Accounts You Must Follow Posted by Amanda Wijangco on Jul 25, 2022 7:48:10 AM Tweet Nowadays some people check social media more than their email, and we understand that. The most vital information about college operations and your classes will be sent to your emails, but our social media accounts across the entire college are still full of important, valuable and entertaining information and content. Here are five must-follow JJC departments to add to your social media feed: Read More 0 Comments Click here to read/write comments Tags: For New Students , Just for Fun , Social Media 8 Local Ice Cream Events to Enjoy This Summer Posted by Amanda Wijangco on Jun 27, 2022 8:45:00 AM Tweet Summer has officially arrived, and its hot and humid temperatures are in full swing. Ice cream is a delicious way for all ages to beat the heat. So cool down and explore our district with these local ice cream events in July — which is National Ice Cream Month — and August. Read More 0 Comments Click here to read/write comments Tags: Just for Fun , Summer , Community 5 Ways to Prepare for the College and Career Fair Posted by Scott Harvey on Jun 13, 2022 8:13:00 AM Tweet As semesters end and seasons change new opportunities for personal and professional growth emerge. Graduating students may be updating their resumes and looking at transfer options as new job opportunities spring up and enrollment periods open. At , each summer there’s a chance to explore both at the Joliet Regional College and Career Fair , June 15 from 2-6 p.m. It takes place inside the Event Center at Main Campus, 1215 Houbolt Road in Joliet. The fair is open to JJC students, alumni and community members. Dozens of employers and four-year colleges and universities will be in attendance to share information, answer questions and even provide on-site interviews. Here are five things you can do to prepare for Wednesday’s fair and future job and academic advancement opportunities. Read More 0 Comments Click here to read/write comments Tags: In-Demand Jobs , Transfer , Resume , Job Fair 10 Topics to Explore This Summer in Non-credit Courses Posted by Amanda Wijangco on May 30, 2022 8:45:00 AM Tweet Although offers courses for degrees and certificates, the learning doesn’t end there. We also have plenty of non-credit continuing education courses to encourage lifelong learning for all ages. Whether you’re looking for career training opportunities, exploring a new work field or simply want to learn...