Academics news

TJC celebrates Fall 2023 graduates 

Tyler Junior College has recognized 780 graduates earning 879 awards during Fall 2023 commencement ceremonies.

Published 16th December 2023

TJC Phi Theta Kappa students earn significant scholarship awards

Five Tyler Junior College students have earned multiple scholarships from the Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society.

Published 1st September 2023

TJC, Jarvis Christian University sign articulation agreement

Leaders of Tyler Junior College and Jarvis Christian University signed an agreement on Tuesday.

Published 25th July 2023

TJC grad earns full-ride, transfer scholarship to Baylor

TJC graduate Julia Boucher is transferring to Baylor University this fall on a full scholarship, and no one is more surprised by that than Julia Boucher herself.

Published 27th June 2023

Texas Tech and TJC sign Student Access and Success deal

Texas Tech University and Tyler Junior College have entered into an agreement for Student Access and Success effective Friday, June 16.

Published 16th June 2023

TJC announces Spring 2023 president’s, dean’s lists

Tyler Junior College has recognized 1,467 students named to the president’s and dean’s lists for their academic excellence during the Spring 2023 semester.

Published 19th May 2023

TJC holds Spring 2023 commencement

During Spring 2023 commencement ceremonies on Friday, Tyler Junior College celebrated 1,184 May graduates who earned nearly 1,400 degrees and certificates.

Published 12th May 2023

Justin Crowe’s journey from TJC to medical school

As a student at Tyler Junior College, Justin Crowe already had his sights set on being a physician.

Published 26th April 2023

TJC students named Coca-Cola All-Texas Academic Team Scholars

Six Tyler Junior College students have been selected to the 2023 All-Texas Academic Team.

Published 19th April 2023

Three TJC students named semifinalists for Jack Kent Cooke scholarships

Three sophomore students from Tyler Junior College have been named semifinalists for the Jack Kent Cooke Foundation’s Undergraduate Transfer Scholarship.

Published 30th March 2023

TJC’s Phi Theta Kappa inducts record number of students from Tyler ISD Early College High School

A record 34 Early College High School students from Tyler ISD joined Tyler Junior College’s Alpha Omicron Chapter of Phi Theta Kappa during its spring induction ceremony on Tuesday.

Published 10th March 2023

TJC alumna earns publication in national literary journal

Victoria Hoover, TJC alumna and former member of TJC's Alpha Omicron Chapter of Phi Theta Kappa, has earned publication in PTK’s annual literary journal, “Nota Bene,” as well as its highest honor.

Published 2nd March 2023

TJC announces Fall 2022 president’s, dean’s lists

Tyler Junior College has recognized 1,612 students named to the president’s and dean’s lists for their academic excellence during the Fall 2022 semester.

Published 24th January 2023

TJC celebrates Fall 2022 graduates

Tyler Junior College has recognized 696 graduates earning 777 awards for the Fall 2022 semester.

Published 16th December 2022

TJC receives 2022 Texas Pathways Award for excellence

Tyler Junior College has received the Recognition of Scaling Excellence (ROSE) Award from the Texas Success Center.

Published 9th December 2022

TJC Honors Learning Frameworks course provides students with real-life research experience

Tyler Junior College is helping its honors students learn the complexities of scholarly research — and paving the way for other community colleges to follow suit.

Published 9th December 2022

TJC students earn Phi Theta Kappa scholarships for excellence in leadership, academics

Multiple Tyler Junior College students were recently awarded scholarships from Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society for their excellence in leadership and academics.

Published 31st August 2022

TJC student is driven to succeed

Fernanda Roel could have attended college closer to her native Crandall, but she chose Tyler Junior College instead.

Published 25th July 2022

TJC alumnus spending summer as congressional intern in Washington, D.C.

In May 2020, Tyler native Cruz Perez graduated with honors from Tyler Junior College and was looking forward to his next chapter: a full-ride, transfer scholarship to Baylor University.

Published 7th June 2022

TJC announces Spring 2022 president’s, dean’s lists

Tyler Junior College has recognized 1,322 students named to the president’s and dean’s lists for their academic excellence during the Spring 2022 semester.

Published 6th June 2022

Father and sons graduate together from TJC

Tyler Junior College’s spring commencement on Friday was a family affair, with Eduardo Lesser and his sons Juan and Pedro all walking the stage to collect their diplomas.

Published 13th May 2022

TJC celebrates largest graduating class in school history

On Friday, Tyler Junior College celebrated a record 1,245 graduates who earned 1,448 degrees and certificates.

Published 13th May 2022

TJC announces Rotary, Watson W. Wise award winners

TJC has announced sophomore students Micah Leary and Kameron Bryant as the recipients of its annual Rotary Young Citizens and Watson W. Wise Incentive awards.

Published 19th April 2022

TJC, UT Tyler sign articulation agreement for multiple fields of study

Presidents and provosts of TJC and UT Tyler signed an articulation agreement that allows TJC students to seamlessly transfer to UT Tyler to complete baccalaureate degrees in multiple fields of study.

Published 12th April 2022

Student credits TJC for setting her on a path to being a research scientist

This is the second in a five-part series celebrating Women in STEM Month.

Published 10th March 2022

TJC announces Fall 2021 president’s, dean’s lists

TJC has recognized 1,457 students named to the president’s and dean’s lists for their academic excellence during the Fall 2021 semester.

Published 6th January 2022

TJC celebrates Fall 2021 graduates

Tyler Junior College has recognized nearly 700 graduates earning 760 awards — including 28 bachelor’s degrees — for the Fall 2021 semester.

Published 20th December 2021

TJC graduates preparing for commencement

For soon-to-be graduates, decorating the mortar board of their graduation cap is an exciting rite of passage that means commencement is near.

Published 10th December 2021

TJC, SFA host work session and sign articulation agreement to bolster academic pathways for students

An agreement signed Wednesday between Stephen F. Austin State University and Tyler Junior College increases the number of transitional academic pathways offered between the two institutions.

Published 9th December 2021

TJC earns state award for improving student pathways to career options

Tyler Junior College has been recognized with a 2021 Texas Pathways Award from the Texas Success Center.

Published 17th November 2021

TJC marks beginning of fall semester

Tyler Junior College students and faculty experienced their first day of school with similar feelings of excitement and anticipation.

Published 25th August 2021

TJC Graduate Andrea Valdez Awarded Jack B. Tinsley/Fort Worth Star-Telegram Scholarship

Andrea Valdez, a spring 2021 graduate of Tyler Junior College, has been awarded the Jack B. Tinsley/Fort Worth Star-Telegram Scholarship, valued at more than $11,000.

Published 1st July 2021

TJC Announces Spring 2021 President's, Dean's Lists

Tyler Junior College has recognized 1,354 students named to the president’s and dean’s lists for their outstanding academic achievements during the Spring 2021 semester.

Published 23rd June 2021

Three TJC Professors Recognized for Teaching Excellence

Three Tyler Junior College professors have distinguished themselves as endowed teaching chairs for the 2020-2021 academic year.

Published 10th May 2021

Two TJC students named Coca-Cola All-Texas Academic Team Scholars

Tyler Junior College sophomore students Amy Joffrion and Jacob Griffith have been named to the 2021 Coca-Cola All-Texas Academic Team.

Published 28th April 2021

TJC’s Alpha Omicron named top Phi Theta Kappa chapter in Texas

Tyler Junior College’s Alpha Omicron Chapter of Phi Theta Kappa (PTK) honor society earned several awards at the PTK Texas Regional Convention.

Published 8th April 2021

TJC recognized for top online degree programs in U.S.

Tyler Junior College has been awarded top-ranking status for its online psychology, health information technology and associate degree programs by Intelligent.com.

Published 22nd March 2021

TJC student named semifinalist for Jack Kent Cooke scholarship

Tyler Junior College sophomore DeShona Jernigan has been named a semifinalist for the Jack Kent Cooke Foundation’s Undergraduate Transfer Scholarship.

Published 25th February 2021

TJC announces Fall 2020 president’s, dean’s lists

TJC has recognized 1,575 students named to the president’s and dean’s lists for their academic excellence during the Fall 2020 semester.

Published 21st January 2021

TJC celebrates Fall 2020 graduates with series of ceremonies

TJC has recognized 689 graduates for the Fall 2020 semester.

Published 17th December 2020

TJC announces 180 December nursing graduates

The TJC School of Nursing and Health Sciences has announced 180 December graduates from its nursing programs:

Published 17th December 2020

TJC receives $105,000 Texas Pathways/Temple Foundation grant to help students improve math skills

Tyler Junior College has received a grant that will help students achieve greater success in mathematics courses.

Published 17th November 2020

TJC begins Fall 2020 semester with added health and safety guidelines

For several months, Tyler Junior College officials have been carefully planning for the new academic year, with their preparation guided by two priorities:

Published 25th August 2020

TJC recognizes Summer 2020 graduates

Tyler Junior College recognized 441 summer graduates during a three-day series of very personal “micro-graduation style” ceremonies.

Published 14th August 2020

TJC celebrates inaugural class of Bachelor of Applied Technology graduates

One of Friday’s Tyler Junior College graduation ceremonies also marked another historic TJC first:

Published 14th August 2020

For Clinton Miles, perseverance leads to TJC diploma

Some things just take time. Clinton Miles can attest to that.

Published 25th June 2020

TJC announces Spring 2020 president’s, dean’s lists

Tyler Junior College has recognized 1,760 students named to the president’s and dean’s lists for their academic excellence during the spring semester.

Published 22nd May 2020

TJC’s Phi Theta Kappa chapter named top chapter in state

In addition to being named the No. 1 chapter in the state, TJC’s Alpha Omicron Chapter of Phi Theta Kappa (PTK) also brought home several other awards from the recent PTK Texas Regional Convention.

Published 6th April 2020

TJC announces Fall 2019 president’s, dean’s lists

TJC has recognized 1,668 students named to the president’s and dean’s lists for their academic excellence during the Fall 2019 semester.

Published 5th February 2020

Fuller joins TJC as career planning specialist

Sherry Fuller recently joined Tyler Junior College as career planning specialist. She began her duties in December.

Published 24th January 2020

TJC professor earns scholarship to study effects of microplastics on rivers

Tyler Junior College Geology Professor Rebecca Owens has been named a 2020 Mills Scholarship recipient by the Texas Water Resources Institute (TWRI).

Published 17th January 2020

TJC fall commencement set Friday, Dec. 13

TJC fall commencement ceremonies will be held Friday, Dec. 13, in Wagstaff Gymnasium, recognizing 650 candidates for graduation who are earning a total of 702 degrees and certificates.

Published 11th December 2019

Sims triplets take on TJC

Navigating college can be a challenge, but for Tyler Junior College freshmen – and triplets – Grant, Garrett and Grayson Sims, three heads are better than one.

Published 18th November 2019

TJC announces spring 2019 president’s, dean’s lists

Tyler Junior College has recognized 1,378 students named to the president’s and dean’s lists for their academic excellence during the spring 2019 semester.

Published 30th May 2019

TJC spring commencement set Friday, May 10

Tyler Junior College will award 1,406 degrees and certificates for the spring 2019 semester.

Published 3rd May 2019

Three TJC students chosen for summer research fellowships

Three TJC students have been accepted for paid summer research fellowships through the Louis Stokes Alliance for Minority Participation (LSAMP) program.

Published 25th April 2019

TJC students named Coca-Cola Academic Team Scholars

Tyler Junior College students Caleigh Reese and Griselle Esparza have been selected as 2019 Coca-Cola Academic Team Scholars.

Published 27th March 2019

TJC continues record-setting trends with spring enrollment

On the heels of a record Fall 2018 enrollment, TJC has set a new Spring semester record with 11,640 students currently enrolled.

Published 1st February 2019

TJC announces Fall 2018 president’s, dean’s lists

TJC has recognized 1,520 students named to the president’s and dean’s lists for their academic excellence during the Fall 2018 semester.

Published 22nd January 2019

TJC fall commencement set Friday, Dec. 14

TJC fall commencement ceremonies are scheduled for 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. Friday, Dec. 14, in Wagstaff Gymnasium.

Published 10th December 2018

TJC offers free info sessions on new bachelor’s degree in healthcare field

The healthcare sector continues to change with technology and new standards of care, and there is an acute need across East Texas for skilled and educated indirect patient care professionals.

Published 7th November 2018

TJC enrollment hits historic high

For the first time in its 92-year history, Tyler Junior College has not only reached but surpassed a major milestone with 12,270 students enrolled for the fall 2018 semester.

Published 13th September 2018

TJC students Esparza and Marling named 2018 Coca-Cola Leaders of Promise Scholars

Tyler Junior College students Griselle Esparza and Kristin Marling are two of 207 Phi Theta Kappa members named 2018 Coca-Cola Leaders of Promise Scholars and will each receive a $1,000 scholarship.

Published 15th August 2018

TJC professor Traci Borum writes and teaches from experience

TJC creative writing professor Traci Borum learned to read almost as quickly as she learned to talk.

Published 30th July 2018

Texas College and TJC sign articulation agreement

Tyler Junior College (TJC) and Texas College (TC) entered into an articulation agreement on Friday, June 15, in McKinney Hall Connector at Texas College.

Published 15th June 2018

TJC announces spring 2018 president’s, dean’s lists

Tyler Junior College has recognized 1,316 students named to the president’s and dean’s lists for their academic excellence during the spring 2018 semester.

Published 6th June 2018

TJC announces May 2018 graduates

Tyler Junior College has announced 894 graduates for the spring semester.

Published 24th May 2018

TJC students named Coca-Cola Academic Team Scholars

Three Tyler Junior College students have been selected as 2018 Coca-Cola Academic Team Scholars.

Published 28th March 2018

TJC announces Fall 2017 president’s, dean’s lists

Tyler Junior College has recognized 1,515 students named to the president’s and dean’s lists for their academic excellence during the Fall 2017 semester.

Published 23rd January 2018

TJC awards first bachelor’s degrees at Dec. 8 commencement

For the first time in its history, Tyler Junior College awarded bachelor’s degrees during fall commencement ceremonies today in Wagstaff Gymnasium.

Published 8th December 2017

TJC to award first bachelor’s degrees at Dec. 8 commencement

For the first time in its history, Tyler Junior College will award bachelor’s degrees during fall commencement ceremonies set Friday, Dec. 8.

Published 4th December 2017

TJC student selected for internship with U.S. congressman’s office

Tyler Junior College freshman Patrick Smallwood just finished a six-week internship in the office of U.S. Rep. Louie Gohmert in Washington, D.C.

Published 10th July 2017

TJC students participate in summer research academy

Anna Armstrong, a May graduate of Tyler Junior College and a biology major, is one of several students selected to participate in a summer research academy.

Published 30th June 2017

TJC announces spring 2017 president’s, dean’s lists

Tyler Junior College has recognized 1,350 students named to the president’s and dean’s lists for their academic excellence during the spring 2017 semester.

Published 16th June 2017

TJC student athletes score big athletic, scholastic wins

TJC student athletes have produced 56 national championships for the College, with three of those coming in the 2016-2017 academic year.

Published 8th June 2017

TJC spring commencement set Friday, May 12

Tyler Junior College will award 1,141 degrees and certificates during commencement ceremonies set Friday, May 12, in Wagstaff Gymnasium on the TJC main campus.

Published 5th May 2017

Dean appointed for TJC North

Tyler Junior College has named Dr. Cliff Boucher as interim dean for TJC North, the College’s newest facility which will open this spring.

Published 2nd February 2017

Dr. Eugenie Scott to speak at TJC on Feb. 9

Dr. Eugenie Scott will be the featured speaker during a free public science lecture set 7 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 9, at the Center for Earth and Space Science Education at TJC.

Published 2nd February 2017

8 Reasons Short-term Classes Can Work For You

At TJC, we take pride in creating opportunities for all students to attend college, and short-term classes offer more choices and flexibility.

Published 27th January 2017

TJC announces Fall 2016 president’s, dean’s lists

Tyler Junior College has recognized 1,434 students named to the president’s and dean’s lists for their academic excellence during the Fall 2016 semester.

Published 19th January 2017

Spring 2017 registration under way at TJC

Registration for the Spring 2017 semester is under way at Tyler Junior College.

Published 12th December 2016

TJC advances to Level II institution

Tyler Junior College just received a big promotion.

Published 7th December 2016

TJC announces Fall 2016 graduates

TJC will hold commencement ceremonies at 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. Friday, Dec. 9, in Wagstaff Gymnasium, recognizing 630 candidates for graduation for the Fall 2016 semester.

Published 6th December 2016

Three TJC professors named 2016 endowed teaching chairs

Three Tyler Junior College professors have distinguished themselves as endowed teaching chairs for 2016.

Published 30th November 2016

TJC dean named to state education advisory committee

Janna Chancey, TJC dean of enrollment management, has been appointed to the Undergraduate Education Advisory Committee of the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board.

Published 14th November 2016

TJC announces Spring 2016 president’s, dean’s lists

Tyler Junior College has recognized 1,237 students named to the president’s and dean’s lists for their academic excellence during the Spring 2016 semester.

Published 23rd June 2016

TJC announces spring 2016 graduating class

TJC will hold commencement ceremonies at 10 a.m., 1 p.m. and 4 p.m. Friday, May 13, in Wagstaff Gymnasium, recognizing 1,011 candidates for spring 2016 graduation.

Published 10th May 2016

Academics news

TJC announces Fall 2023 president’s, dean’s lists

TJC celebrates Fall 2023 graduates

TJC Phi Theta Kappa students earn significant scholarship awards

TJC, Jarvis Christian University sign articulation agreement

TJC grad earns full-ride, transfer scholarship to Baylor

Texas Tech and TJC sign Student Access and Success deal

TJC announces Spring 2023 president’s, dean’s lists

TJC holds Spring 2023 commencement

Justin Crowe’s journey from TJC to medical school

TJC students named Coca-Cola All-Texas Academic Team Scholars

Three TJC students named semifinalists for Jack Kent Cooke scholarships

TJC’s Phi Theta Kappa inducts record number of students from Tyler ISD Early College High School

TJC alumna earns publication in national literary journal

TJC announces Fall 2022 president’s, dean’s lists

TJC celebrates Fall 2022 graduates

TJC receives 2022 Texas Pathways Award for excellence

TJC Honors Learning Frameworks course provides students with real-life research experience

TJC students earn Phi Theta Kappa scholarships for excellence in leadership, academics

TJC student is driven to succeed

TJC alumnus spending summer as congressional intern in Washington, D.C.

TJC announces Spring 2022 president’s, dean’s lists

Father and sons graduate together from TJC

TJC celebrates largest graduating class in school history

TJC announces Rotary, Watson W. Wise award winners

TJC, UT Tyler sign articulation agreement for multiple fields of study

Student credits TJC for setting her on a path to being a research scientist

TJC announces Fall 2021 president’s, dean’s lists

TJC celebrates Fall 2021 graduates

TJC graduates preparing for commencement

TJC, SFA host work session and sign articulation agreement to bolster academic pathways for students

TJC earns state award for improving student pathways to career options

TJC marks beginning of fall semester

TJC Graduate Andrea Valdez Awarded Jack B. Tinsley/Fort Worth Star-Telegram Scholarship

TJC Announces Spring 2021 President's, Dean's Lists

Three TJC Professors Recognized for Teaching Excellence

Two TJC students named Coca-Cola All-Texas Academic Team Scholars

TJC’s Alpha Omicron named top Phi Theta Kappa chapter in Texas

TJC recognized for top online degree programs in U.S.

TJC student named semifinalist for Jack Kent Cooke scholarship

TJC announces Fall 2020 president’s, dean’s lists

TJC celebrates Fall 2020 graduates with series of ceremonies

TJC announces 180 December nursing graduates

TJC receives $105,000 Texas Pathways/Temple Foundation grant to help students improve math skills

TJC begins Fall 2020 semester with added health and safety guidelines

TJC recognizes Summer 2020 graduates

TJC celebrates inaugural class of Bachelor of Applied Technology graduates

For Clinton Miles, perseverance leads to TJC diploma

TJC announces Spring 2020 president’s, dean’s lists

TJC’s Phi Theta Kappa chapter named top chapter in state

TJC announces Fall 2019 president’s, dean’s lists

Fuller joins TJC as career planning specialist

TJC professor earns scholarship to study effects of microplastics on rivers

TJC fall commencement set Friday, Dec. 13

Sims triplets take on TJC

TJC announces spring 2019 president’s, dean’s lists

TJC spring commencement set Friday, May 10

Three TJC students chosen for summer research fellowships

TJC students named Coca-Cola Academic Team Scholars

TJC continues record-setting trends with spring enrollment

TJC announces Fall 2018 president’s, dean’s lists

TJC fall commencement set Friday, Dec. 14

TJC offers free info sessions on new bachelor’s degree in healthcare field

TJC enrollment hits historic high

TJC students Esparza and Marling named 2018 Coca-Cola Leaders of Promise Scholars

TJC professor Traci Borum writes and teaches from experience

Texas College and TJC sign articulation agreement

TJC announces spring 2018 president’s, dean’s lists

TJC announces May 2018 graduates

TJC students named Coca-Cola Academic Team Scholars

TJC announces Fall 2017 president’s, dean’s lists

TJC awards first bachelor’s degrees at Dec. 8 commencement

TJC to award first bachelor’s degrees at Dec. 8 commencement

TJC student selected for internship with U.S. congressman’s office

TJC students participate in summer research academy

TJC announces spring 2017 president’s, dean’s lists

TJC student athletes score big athletic, scholastic wins

TJC spring commencement set Friday, May 12

Dean appointed for TJC North

Dr. Eugenie Scott to speak at TJC on Feb. 9

TJC celebrates Fall 2023 graduates 