Welcome!
Welcome to Jackson State Community College
We hope you have a great experience getting to know our campus community here at JSCC.
Be sure to bookmark this page for later. We hope it helps as you get to know your way around campus, and if you are new to the area, this page should help you learn more about Jackson.
We are glad to have you as part of Green Jay Nation!
Quick Facts
1967
Our Founding
Historic
First Community College in West Tennessee
4,000+
Number of Students
Our Mission Statement
Jackson State Community College provides accessible learning opportunities that enhance the lives of individuals, strengthen the workforce, and empower our diverse communities by offering traditional and contemporary associate degrees, certificates, continuing education and enrichment, and college-readiness programs.
Campus Guide
Here is a cheat sheet to help find anything you need on campus.
- Bookstore – This is your quick stop for snacks, supplies and JSCC swag.
- Campus Police – The JSCC Police Department is a full-service, POST (Police Officer Standards & Training Commission) accredited law enforcement agency.
- Compliance & Risk – The Office of Compliance & Risk is responsible for monitoring various local, state, and federal guidelines and policies, campus risk assessment and aversion, business continuity planning efforts, and an array of other campus compliance areas.
- Foundation – The JSCC Foundation serves to raise and administer funds to support the mission and enhance the growth and development of Jackson State.
- jHub (Help desk in the Student Center) – They can provide your parking pass and help with other campus-related questions.
- Marketing & Communications – The Office of Marketing & Communications serves as the college's internal guidance for marketing and communications strategy and decision-making, overseeing the college's brand identity and overall integrity.
- Library – As an employee, you can check out books from our library free of charge and request books from a national registry.
- Office of Information Technology (OIT) – This will be your resource for getting your computer set up and accessing systems such as jWeb, Slate, Dynamic Forms, and more.
Helpful Links
Looking for an online resource or trying to access jWeb? Check the Faculty & Staff page or click the links below to access these and other resources.
Campus Map
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• Green Jay Quad is where you will see lots of student activities including our annual "Welcome Back Bash" (which you are invited to, by the way).
• Athletics offers a chance for employees to attend games for free along with access to the Fitness Center in the Gymnasium.
• Food trucks visit campus Monday-Thursday in the walkway between the Student Center and the Jim Moss Center for Nursing when classes are in session.
• Ayers Auditorium, located in the Ned R. McWherter Center (Building 12), is home to many of our all-employee assemblies such as convocation, State of the College, and more. You will see this named in many emails, so now you know!
• The Dr. Mechel Camp Teaching & Learning Center in the Walter L. Nelms Classroom Building (Building 10) provides ongoing professional development opportunities.
• Need a vehicle for official JSCC travel? Contact Maintenance and Operations to reserve a vehicle at Building 8.
Get to Know Jackson
You can find almost anything you need within a short drive from the JSCC campus.
We are only five minutes away from various food options at Exit 85. We are also only 10 minutes from downtown Jackson. Check out the Downtown Jackson website for places to eat, shop, and hang out.
Places to Eat
Local Spots
Whether you’re looking for a quick hand-made latte or some of the best comfort food in town, Jackson has plenty of local options for you to experience.
- The Blacksmith – Favorite for American-style fare located in downtown Jackson near the Farmers Market
- Clifton Bros. BBQ – Family-owned smokehouse in Jackson serving slow-smoked brisket, pulled pork, ribs, and chicken
- ComeUnity Café – Nonprofit cafe with a mission to provide nutritious and delicious meals to the people of Jackson regardless of their ability to pay
- Jackson’s Kitchen & Catering – Popular lunch spot located in the heart of downtown Jackson
- Nutrition by the Ballpark – Healthy hangout spot offering loaded, protein-packed teas, meal replacement shakes, bowls, and more
- Turntable Coffee Counter – Local coffee shop with plenty of room to work remotely and enjoy their coffee, teas, and pastries
Food on Campus
Need to grab a quick lunch? Green Jay Cafe is open 10:30 a.m.–1:30 p.m. in the Student Center Monday–Thursday when classes are in session. Proceeds benefit our student-athletes.
We also have a regular rotation of local food trucks that visit the JSCC campus Monday-Thursday when classes are in session. Keep an eye on the walkway between the Student Center and the Nursing building to see who is on site.
Things to Do
As Jackson continues to grow, so does the variety of events and venues. Here are a few places to watch for upcoming events.
• Jackson's Amphitheater at the Market (The AMP) — Outdoor live music venue in downtown Jackson
• The Carnegie Center for Arts and History — Museum and events venue in downtown Jackson, located in the historic Jackson Free Library
• The Ned R. McWherter West Tennessee Cultural Arts Center (The Ned) — Cultural center hosting plays, concerts, and art exhibits
• West Tennessee Farmers Market — Outdoor market offering fresh produce, baked goods, and more