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Joliet Junior College is committed to providing a quality education
that is affordable and accessible to the diverse student population it
serves. Through a rich variety of educational programs and support
services, JJC prepares its students for success in higher education and
employment. As part of this College's commitment to lifelong learning
and services to its community, it also provides a broad spectrum of
transitional, extension, adult, continuing and work force education.
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Joliet Junior College believes that education provides for a better
quality of life.
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The College will offer its students learning opportunities to
improve their quality of life and that of the District 525
community.
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Each student is unique with the potential to acquire knowledge and
skills. The College will provide students with a variety of learning
opportunities and academic and student support services needed to
achieve success.
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The College will continuously assess and evaluate its educational
programs and services for continuous improvement.
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Highly defined technical skills are necessary to prepare students
for the jobs of today and tomorrow. The College will be a leader in
technology-based learning, actively supportive of the development of
information technology skills throughout its teaching and service
endeavors.
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The College will strive to establish partnerships with its
community to provide high quality training and work force
development in the context of the world economy.
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The College will foster cultural and social development as a part
of its educational experience.
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The College will be accountable to the citizens of Illinois
Community College District 525 in the provision of educational
programs and services. The College will seek to identify and respond
to the needs of this District. Available resources will be utilized
in an effective and responsible manner.
Accordingly, Joliet Junior College will provide effective learning
opportunities:
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to pursue a baccalaureate degree
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to develop and improve knowledge and skills for the workplace
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to develop and expand learning and skills development
opportunities for personal growth and lifelong learning, and
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to broaden life experience through the use of College cultural,
physical and other resources to meet the varied needs of students as
individuals or as members of recognized organizations.
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Adopted January 21, 1997
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