Paris Junior College News Archive
Welcome to the PJC News Archive. Listed on the pages below are the hundreds of news items released by PJC over the previous few years.
Stallings family friend honors Johnny with PJC endowment
Paris native John W. Welch, now of College Station, recently found a wonderful way to honor his friends Ruth Ann and Gene “Bebes” Stallings and the legacy left by their son, John Mark “Johnny” Stallings. That legacy is now inspiring and supporting future generations of students at Paris Junior College.
Read More100th Anniversary Cookout in Sulphur Springs on Oct. 15
As part of the year-long celebration of its 100th anniversary, Paris Junior College is holding a 100th anniversary cookout and open house at the PJC-Sulphur Springs Center on Tuesday, October 15, 2024 from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Read MorePJC holding 100th Anniversary Homecoming Nov. 1-2
Paris Junior College is inviting all alumni to Come Home for the 100th Anniversary alumni weekend and Homecoming Celebration on November 1-2, 2024
Read MorePJC-Greenville Center opens new workforce training facility
With the cut of a ribbon, the new workforce training facility at the Paris Junior College - Greenville Center officially opened Monday, September 30, 2024. The ribbon cutting was part of the official dedication and Open House held for the public.
Read MoreA&M-Texarkana and PJC Sign Articulation Agreement
Officials from Texas A&M University-Texarkana and Paris Junior College (PJC) recently gathered on the A&M-Texarkana campus to sign an articulation agreement strengthening the partnership between the two institutions and establishing clear pathways for degree completion for transfer students. The new agreement provides pathways through which PJC graduates can enroll in classes at the university to seamlessly continue working towards a bachelor’s degree in their chosen field.
Read MorePJC officially installs ninth president
Music and testimonials from two college presidents highlighted the official inauguration of Paris Junior College’s ninth president, Dr. Stephen Benson, at the Love Civic Center in Paris, Texas on September 10, 2024. The ceremony blended old and new as part of PJC’s 100th anniversary celebration.
Read MorePJC holds 100th Anniversary Picnic Bash Tuesday
The first official celebration for Paris Junior College's 100th Anniversary is Tuesday, September 10, 2024 with a free Picnic Bash.
Read MorePJC seeks stories, announces events for 100th anniversary
Paris Junior College has a year of events planned to celebrate the 100th anniversary and is seeking stories of alumni to share all year long.
Read MoreBaseball tops in national GPA
For the second year in row, a grade point average (GPA) of 3.88 clinched the number one spot nationally for the Paris Junior College baseball team, according to the National Junior College Athletic Association. PJC also had 55 athletes named to All Academic teams.
Read MoreSign up by July 11 for free PJC fast track GED courses
Free GED classes are being offered by Paris Junior College's Adult Education Department that can help students get their GED in as little as 10 weeks. Registration runs until Thursday, July 11, 2024 for classes starting Monday, July 15 in the Bobby R. Walters Workforce Training Center at PJC.
Read MorePJC’s newest vice president pursues passion for student success
For many years, Paris Junior College has been transitioning beyond being an "open door" college where everyone is welcome towards a primary focus of successful completion for every student. A major step on this path has been taken with the hiring of Dr. Lisa Elliott as Vice President of Student Access and Success. She starts July 1, 2024.
Read MorePJC offering six free robotics coding camps
Paris Junior College is offering six free, week-long Robotics Coding Camps that take an interactive approach to designing and coding robots through coding and use of Sphero BOLT and VEX V5 robots. Campers will be presented challenging and innovative concepts in learning, problem solving and analytical skills while fostering an interest in computer coding/programming.
Read MoreNinth PJC president begins tenure
Dr. Stephen Michael Benson, the ninth president to serve Paris Junior College as it enters its 100th year, began his tenure on Monday, June 3, 2024. His first two weeks have helped him craft a short-term listening plan.
Read MorePJC holding Kids College July 8-11, 2024
The ever-popular Kids College offered by the Paris Junior College Continuing Education Department returns July 8-11, 2024.
Read MorePJC holding two basketball camps, starting June 10
Now that summer has official started, parents are looking for things to keep their children busy and engaged. Paris Junior College is holding two basketball camps, one starting Monday, June 10, and the other beginning June 17.
Read MoreSupport PJC on East Texas Giving Day, April 30
Paris Junior College is proud to announce its participation in East Texas Giving Day on April 30, 2024, joining over 195 nonprofit organizations across north and east Texas in a collective effort to raise critical funds for the local community.
Read MorePJC offering two free musical evenings, April 29 and 30
Back-to-back free musical events are being held by Paris Junior College on Monday and Tuesday, April 29 and 30, 2024 in the Shaw Recital Hall at 7 p.m. and 6:30 p.m., respectively.
Read MoreJob Fair at PJC on Monday, April 29
Paris Junior College is holding a Job Fair for graduating students and community members from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Monday, April 29, 2024 in the PJC Student Center Ballroom.
Read MorePJC Men’s Basketball holding open tryout this Sunday
Paris Junior College Men's Basketball is holding an open tryout this Sunday, April 28, 2024 at 1:30 p.m.
Read MorePrincess Camp: The Musical opens Thursday, April 25
"Princess Camp: The Musical" is a fun, family-friendly production that takes the audience on an adventure to be true to oneself. It opens Thursday, April 25 at 7:30 p.m. at Paris Junior College.
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