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TJC Board of Trustees honors Margaret and Jim Perkins for their philanthropic leadership

Jim and Margaret Perkins, longtime friends of Tyler Junior College, were honored during Thursday's TJC Board of Trustees meeting for their recent gift of property in their hometown of Rusk.

Published 3rd March 2025

TJC welcomes new oak trees donated to rejuvenate iconic Jenkins Lawn

Tyler Junior College’s Jenkins Lawn is undergoing a restoration and rebirth, in preparation for the College’s upcoming centennial in 2026.

Published 26th February 2025

TJC presents dance production of ‘The Wizard of Oz,’ March 13-16

Audiences of all ages are invited to follow Dorothy and company on a Yellow Brick Road as they’ve never seen it before in Tyler Junior College’s original dance production of “The Wizard of Oz.”

Published 17th February 2025

TJC celebrates Arbor Day with tree-planting event

More than 300 Tyler Junior College students, employees and community volunteers gathered Friday on the TJC central campus to plant trees in celebration of Arbor Day.

Published 3rd February 2025

TJC art club, culinary students host 2nd annual benefit ‘Souper Bowl’ event Feb. 4

TJC students are once again combining their creative talents to host their second annual “Souper Bowl.”

Published 30th January 2025

Tickets on sale for TJC’s 14th annual ‘Love Under the Stars’ event

Valentine couples can enjoy an evening of “Love Under the Stars” from 7 to 9:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday, Feb. 14 and 15, at TJC’s Earth and Space Science Center featuring Hudnall Planetarium.

Published 14th January 2025

TJC science center announces holiday hours, dome shows

The holiday season has arrived at the TJC Earth and Space Science Center featuring Hudnall Planetarium.

Published 21st November 2024

TJC to present 36th annual ‘Nutcracker’ ballet Dec. 6-8 and 13-15

The Tyler Junior College Academy of Dance is preparing for the 36th annual production of one of its most time-honored traditions, “The Nutcracker” ballet.

Published 4th November 2024

TJC to host 10th annual ‘Halloween at Home Plate’ costume baseball game on Oct. 27

Little ghouls and goblins — plus their mummies and daddies — are invited to a fang-tastic time at TJC’s 10th annual “Halloween at Home Plate” baseball game on Sunday, Oct. 27, at Mike Carter Field.

Published 22nd October 2024

TJC to host series of free small business funding development workshops

Small business startup funding is one of the largest and most challenging steps for every new entrepreneur.

Published 16th October 2024

TJC hosts Washington legislators, Texas community college leaders

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Published 9th October 2024

TJC science center joins Visit Tyler and Rose City Airfest for series of aviation events

The TJC Science Center featuring Hudnall Planetarium will join Visit Tyler and Rose City Airfest for Week of Flight, set Tuesday-Saturday, Oct. 1-5.

Published 25th September 2024

Visit Tyler recognizes TJC science center for work on city’s eclipse events

TJC's Earth and Space Science Center featuring Hudnall Planetarium has been named Visit Tyler’s first-ever Tourism Partner of the Year.

Published 16th September 2024

‘Nutcracker’ auditions set Sept. 7 at TJC

The Tyler Junior College Academy of Dance’s 36th annual presentation of the famous classical ballet, “The Nutcracker,” is fast approaching.

Published 14th August 2024

TJC President Mejia appointed to Workforce Solutions East Texas Board

Dr. Juan E. Mejia, Tyler Junior College President and CEO, has been appointed to the board of Workforce Solutions East Texas.

Published 18th July 2024

TJC science center announces summer schedule

With a full lineup of dome shows and a laser rock series, the TJC Earth and Space Science Center featuring Hudnall Planetarium is sure to be one of the summer’s coolest places.

Published 7th June 2024

ETSO to perform ‘The Music of Will Jennings’ on June 22

It is especially fitting that the East Texas Symphony Orchestra’s upcoming concert, “The Music of Will Jennings,” will be held on the Tyler Junior College central campus.

Published 2nd May 2024

TJC offers summer activity, athletic camps for ages 3 and up

From art to athletics, cheerleading to culinary skills, and space exploration to scuba diving, Tyler Junior College has a summer camp to spark the imagination of any youngster.

Published 25th April 2024

TJC’s 32nd annual International and Passport Day set April 16

Tyler Junior College will celebrate its 32nd annual International and Passport Day next week, offering students an up-close look at cultures around the world through music, dance, art and food.

Published 11th April 2024

TJC presents dance production of ‘Peter Pan,’ April 19-21

Audiences of all ages are invited to experience Neverland as they’ve never seen it before in Tyler Junior College’s production of the high-flying fairy tale, “Peter Pan.”

Published 10th April 2024

TJC celebrates total solar eclipse

At last, Dr. Beau Hartweg can breathe a sigh of relief.

Published 8th April 2024

Astrophysicist, educator Dr. Hakeem OIuseyi speaks at TJC

Dr. Hakeem Oluseyi delivered an inspiring message to Tyler Junior College students on Thursday: “You have to believe that you can make it, and you have to be empowered with help to get there.”

Published 6th April 2024

TJC Arts Fest feature: TJC art professor describes passion for teaching, continuing to grow

For Tyler Junior College art professor Derrick White, teaching at the community college level is a personal preference.

Published 3rd April 2024

TJC plans 10th annual Arts Fest throughout April

Tyler Junior College has announced its 10th annual Arts Fest, to be held throughout the month of April on the TJC main campus.

Published 26th March 2024

TJC science center hosting week of events before total solar eclipse

The TJC Earth and Space Science Center featuring Hudnall Planetarium will offer a full slate of special events during the week leading up to the historic total solar eclipse on Monday, April 8.

Published 25th March 2024

TJC Powerful Voices series to feature NASA astrophysicist Dr. Hakeem OIuseyi on April 4

Dr. Hakeem Oluseyi has three college degrees, including a Ph.D. in physics from Stanford University.

Published 20th March 2024

TJC science center announces spring break schedule

The Tyler Junior College Earth & Space Science Center featuring Hudnall Planetarium has announced a slate of new dome shows — plus special operating hours during spring break.

Published 6th March 2024

TJC hosts Texas Tribune event on rural health care challenges

On Friday, the Texas Tribune and local health care leaders came to the TJC central campus to discuss opportunities, innovation and rethinking the approach to rural health care.

Published 16th February 2024

Public science lectures set Feb. 15 and 16

Dr. Jeffrey Barrick, a molecular biosciences professor from The University of Texas at Austin, will be the featured speaker for two public science lectures set Thursday and Friday, Feb. 15 and 16.

Published 6th February 2024

TJC celebrates Arbor Day with tree-planting event

More than 250 Tyler Junior College students, employees and community volunteers gathered Friday morning on the TJC central campus to plant trees in celebration of Arbor Day.

Published 2nd February 2024

Dr. Temple Grandin to speak Jan. 27 at TJC

Dr. Temple Grandin — internationally renowned professor, best-selling author, animal behaviorist and autism self-advocate — will speak Saturday, Jan. 27, at Tyler Junior College.

Published 11th January 2024

Tickets on sale for TJC’s 13th annual ‘Love Under the Stars’ event 

Valentine couples can enjoy an evening of “Love Under the Stars” from 7 to 9:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday, Feb. 9 and 10, at TJC's Earth and Space Science Center featuring Hudnall Planetarium.

Published 9th January 2024

TJC science center announces holiday hours, dome shows 

The holiday season has arrived at the TJC Center for Earth and Space Science featuring Hudnall Planetarium.

Published 17th November 2023

TJC Powerful Voices speaker Dr. Vin Gupta discusses latest trends in technology, patient care 

As part of its Powerful Voices speaker series, TJC welcomed Dr. Vin Gupta to its central campus on Thursday, to inform students and the community about new technology and developments in healthcare.

Published 3rd November 2023

TJC to present 35th annual ‘Nutcracker’ ballet Dec. 1-3, 8-10

The Tyler Junior College Academy of Dance is preparing for the 35th annual production of one of its most time-honored traditions, “The Nutcracker” ballet.

Published 2nd November 2023

TJC to host 9th annual ‘Halloween at Home Plate’ costume baseball game on Oct. 29

Little ghouls and goblins — plus their mummies and daddies — are invited to attend TJC’s 9th annual “Halloween at Home Plate” baseball game Sunday, Oct. 29, at Mike Carter Field, next to Rose Stadium.

Published 26th October 2023

Tickets on sale for TJC Powerful Voices speaker Dr. Vin Gupta

Technology and artificial intelligence are playing ever-increasing roles in the advancement of healthcare delivery and patient care.

Published 25th October 2023

TJC announces two viewing opportunities for Saturday’s partial solar eclipse

This weekend, Tyler Junior College will host public viewing events for the first of two historic solar eclipses that will pass through East Texas in 2023 and 2024.

Published 9th October 2023

TJC science center announces summer schedule

With a full-dome lineup and a new series of laser rock shows, the TJC Earth and Space Science Center featuring Hudnall Planetarium is sure to be one of the summer’s coolest destinations.

Published 25th May 2023

TJC offers summer activity, athletic camps for ages 3 and up

From art to athletics, computer programming to culinary skills, and space exploration to scuba diving, Tyler Junior College has a summer camp to spark the imagination of any youngster.

Published 1st May 2023

TJC’s 31st annual International and Passport Day set for April 18

TJC will celebrate its 31st annual International and Passport Day this week, offering students an up-close look at cultures around the world through music, dance, art and food.

Published 17th April 2023

TJC invites community to participate in 12th annual ‘50 Gallon Challenge’ blood drive

One pint of blood can save up to three lives.

Published 23rd March 2023

TJC launches Powerful Voices speaker series with global communications expert

On Tuesday, Tyler Junior College kicked off its new speaker series, Powerful Voices, with influential global communicator, Dex Hunter-Torricke.

Published 23rd March 2023

TJC science center announces spring break schedule, new dome show

The Tyler Junior College Earth & Space Science Center featuring Hudnall Planetarium has announced a slate of new dome shows — plus special operating hours during spring break.

Published 10th March 2023

TJC launches Powerful Voices speaker series with global communications expert

Dex Hunter-Torricke has managed communications for such influential leaders as Mark Zuckerberg and Elon Musk.

Published 8th March 2023

TJC celebrates Arbor Day with tree-planting event

More than 200 Tyler Junior College students, employees and community volunteers gathered Friday morning on the TJC central campus to plant trees in celebration of Arbor Day.

Published 13th February 2023

Jim and Margaret Perkins recognized with the 2023 Texas Higher Education Distinguished Service Award

Leaders of more than 100 Texas higher education institutions honored Jim and Margaret Perkins from East Texas by naming them recipients of the Texas Higher Education Distinguished Service Award.

Published 25th January 2023

Tickets on sale for TJC’s 12th annual ‘Love Under the Stars’ event

Valentine couples can enjoy an evening of “Love Under the Stars” from 7 to 9:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday, Feb. 10 and 11, at TJC’s Earth and Space Science Center featuring Hudnall Planetarium.

Published 19th January 2023

TJC science center offers holiday hours, dome shows

The holiday season has arrived at the TJC Center for Earth and Space Science featuring Hudnall Planetarium.

Published 17th November 2022

Retired Baylor law professor Powell to speak Nov. 3 at TJC

Gerald R. Powell, retired Professor Emeritus from Baylor University School of Law, will be the guest speaker at the Constitution Day 2022 event sponsored by the Smith County Bar Foundation and TJC.

Published 29th October 2022

TJC to present 34th annual ‘Nutcracker’ ballet Dec. 1-4

The Tyler Junior College Academy of Dance is preparing for the 34th annual production of one of its most time-honored traditions, “The Nutcracker” ballet.

Published 27th October 2022

TJC science center announces plans for historic solar eclipse events

The Tyler Junior College Earth and Space Science Center is already busily preparing for solar eclipses that will occur in 2023 and 2024.

Published 14th October 2022

TJC Disc Golf Course grand opening held Monday

Tyler Junior College held a grand opening ceremony on Monday for a new community disc golf course.

Published 10th October 2022

TJC hosts education and workforce summit

On Thursday, Tyler Junior College hosted a summit of the region's education and workforce partners.

Published 7th October 2022

James Webb Space Telescope scientist to speak at TJC

Dr. Scott Acton, a physicist and expert on NASA’s James Webb Space Telescope, will speak at 6 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 11, in the Apache Rooms of Rogers Student Center, on the TJC main campus.

Published 5th October 2022

TJC science center announces fall shows

TJC's science center has rolled out an eventful fall schedule, with highlights including a new dome show with a Halloween theme plus a visit from an expert on NASA’s James Webb Space Telescope.

Published 23rd September 2022

Theatre TJC season opens with musical, ‘Disney Descendants’

Theatre TJC raises the curtain on its 2022-23 season with “Disney Descendants: The Musical,” which focuses on the offspring of Disney’s favorite heroes and villains.

Published 22nd September 2022

‘Nutcracker’ auditions set Sept. 10 at TJC

The Tyler Junior College Academy of Dance’s 34th annual presentation of Tchaikovsky’s classic ballet, “The Nutcracker,” is fast approaching.

Published 25th August 2022

TJC Academy of Dance offers classes for all ages, abilities

Whether it’s a child learning their first ballet steps or a retiree who wants to stay limber and physically active — or anyone in between — the TJC Academy of Dance has a class for every skill level.

Published 9th August 2022

TJC wins Literacy Council Corporate Spelling Bee for a record 7th time

TJC's dynamic duo of Brenda Korich, surgical tech professor, and Mark Pierce, campus police sergeant, once again won the Literacy Council of Tyler’s 31st Annual Spelling Bee.

Published 3rd August 2022

TJC Gold Team participates in Tyler Area Chamber of Commerce membership drive

Tyler Junior College was well represented during this week’s annual Tyler Area Chamber of Commerce membership drive.

Published 10th June 2022

TJC science center summer hours begin May 31

The summer season is blasting off at the TJC Earth and Space Science Center featuring Hudnall Planetarium, with the addition of new dome shows featuring the universe and the future of space travel.

Published 27th May 2022

TJC offers summer activity, athletic camps for ages 3 and up

Registration continues for TJC Summer Camps for kids ages 3 and up. Camps begin in June and continue through mid-August.

Published 25th May 2022

TJC’s 30th annual International and Passport Day set for April 19

Tyler Junior College will celebrate its 30th annual International and Passport Day next week, offering students an up-close look at cultures around the world through music, dance, art and food.

Published 14th April 2022

TJC offers summer activity, athletic camps for ages 3 and up

From art to athletics, chemistry to computers, and horsemanship to hip-hop dancing, Tyler Junior College has a summer camp to spark the imagination of any young explorer.

Published 7th April 2022

TJC plans 8th annual Arts Festival throughout April

Tyler Junior College has announced its 8th annual Arts Festival, to be held throughout the month of April on the TJC main campus.

Published 1st April 2022

East Texas author to speak March 30 at TJC

As part of Women’s History Month, East Texas author and journalist Maryann Miller will speak 3 p.m. Wednesday, March 30, in the Library Commons classroom, located in Vaughn Library on the TJC campus.

Published 28th March 2022

UT Tyler congratulates TJC Women’s Basketball national champions with tower lighting

Since the TJC Women’s Basketball team brought home the College’s 67th national athletic championship, community partners and friends have reached out to congratulate the team and coaches.

Published 24th March 2022

TJC science center announces new dome shows, spring break schedule

The TJC Earth & Space Science Center featuring Hudnall Planetarium has announced a slate of new dome shows — plus special operating hours during spring break.

Published 8th March 2022

TJC celebrates Arbor Day with tree-planting event

More than 120 Tyler Junior College students, employees and community volunteers recently gathered on the TJC main campus to plant trees in celebration of Arbor Day.

Published 17th February 2022

TJC science center to host 11th annual ‘Love Under the Stars’ event

Valentine couples can enjoy an evening of “Love Under the Stars” from 7 to 9:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday, Feb. 11 and 12, at TJC’s Earth and Space Science Center featuring Hudnall Planetarium.

Published 27th January 2022

TJC science center offers holiday hours, dome shows

The holiday season has arrived at the Tyler Junior College Earth and Space Science Center featuring Hudnall Planetarium.

Published 20th December 2021

TJC dancers return to Wise Auditorium stage for 33rd annual ‘Nutcracker’ ballet Dec. 3-5

For its 33rd annual holiday presentation of “The Nutcracker” ballet, the Tyler Junior College Academy of Dance is coming home to Wise Auditorium — and bringing along the East Texas Symphony Orchestra.

Published 29th November 2021

TJC science center offers holiday hours, dome shows

The holiday season has arrived at the Tyler Junior College Center for Earth and Space Science featuring Hudnall Planetarium.

Published 17th November 2021

‘Nutcracker’ auditions set Sept. 11 at TJC

The Tyler Junior College Academy of Dance’s 33rd annual presentation of Tchaikovsky’s classic ballet, “The Nutcracker,” is fast approaching.

Published 23rd August 2021

TJC's Earth and Space Science Center Announces Summer Hours, Opens New Exhibit

TJC’s Earth and Space Science Center featuring Hudnall Planetarium is now open for special summer hours and features a new exhibit, “Velocity!”

Published 8th June 2021

Better Business Bureau Award for Excellence

Tyler Junior College Receives the 2021 BBB Award for Excellence

Tyler Junior College has been named the recipient of the 2021 Better Business Bureau (BBB) Award for Excellence in the large business category.

Published 3rd May 2021

TJC science center offers extended hours during spring break

The Tyler Junior College Earth and Space Science Center featuring Hudnall Planetarium will offer extended hours during spring break, March 8-13.

Published 5th March 2021

Public science lecture set Feb. 11

Dr. Joshua Banta, associate professor of biology at The University of Texas at Tyler, will be the featured speaker for an online science lecture at 6 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 11.

Published 5th February 2021

TJC keeps ‘Nutcracker’ ballet tradition alive with online streaming format

Tyler Junior College’s 32nd annual holiday presentation of Tchaikovsky’s classic ‘Nutcracker’ ballet will still go on, albeit in a different format from years past.

Published 2nd December 2020

TJC science center offers holiday hours, dome shows

The holiday season has arrived at the Tyler Junior College Center for Earth and Space Science featuring Hudnall Planetarium.

Published 23rd November 2020

TJC science center reaches wider audience through virtual field trips

When the coronavirus pandemic prohibited large school groups from visiting Tyler Junior College’s Earth and Space Science Center, staff members began seeking ways to educate students virtually.

Published 9th October 2020

TJC science center features new dome show, private screenings

The Tyler Junior College Earth and Space Science Center featuring Hudnall Planetarium is offering a new dome show on how we see — plus an option to reserve the theater for a private screening.

Published 25th June 2020

TJC science center kicks off summer with Laser Week

The Tyler Junior College Earth and Space Science Center is celebrating the start of summer with Laser Week.

Published 4th June 2020

Progress continues on TJC’s Rogers Palmer Performing Arts Center

With almost a year of construction work complete, TJC’s Rogers Palmer Performing Arts Center is coming into sharper focus and showing the promise of the beautiful facility it will become.

Published 11th May 2020

TJC science center offers free virtual field trips

At this time of year, the Tyler Junior College Earth and Space Science Center is usually bustling with students on school field trips.

Published 13th April 2020

TJC encourages community participation in 9th annual ‘50 Gallon Challenge’ blood drive

Blood supplies across the nation have taken a serious hit since the COVID-19 outbreak. The East Texas region is approximately 1,500 units low and the nationwide supply is down more than 350,000 units.

Published 26th March 2020

Tyler SBDC named North Texas SBDC of the Year

The Tyler Small Business Development Center (SBDC), located at TJC West, has been named the North Texas SBDC of the Year.

Published 28th February 2020

TJC science center offers Spring Break Camp

The Tyler Junior College Earth and Space Science Center will offer a Spring Break Camp from 9 a.m. to noon Monday-Friday, March 9-13.

Published 19th February 2020

TJC Black History Month events feature MLK film and African American authors’ forum

Tyler Junior College will hold two informational events next week, in honor of Black History Month.

Published 14th February 2020

Public science lectures set Feb. 12 and 13

Dr. Steven Novella, clinical neurologist and assistant professor of neurology at Yale University, will be the featured speaker for two public science lectures Wednesday and Thursday, Feb. 12 and 13.

Published 6th February 2020

TJC science center to host 9th annual ‘Love Under the Stars’ event

Throughout the ages, the poets and composers have been inspired by love and its relationship to the cosmos.

Published 14th January 2020

TJC hosts C4 Career Connections conference for area high school students

Tyler Junior College hosted several hundred area high school juniors and seniors on Friday for the annual C4 Career Connections conference.

Published 10th January 2020

Free open house set Saturday at TJC science center

The Tyler Junior College Earth and Space Science Center will open its doors for free on Saturday, Jan. 11.

Published 7th January 2020

TJC science center offers holiday hours, dome shows

The holiday season has arrived at the Tyler Junior College Center for Earth and Space Science featuring Hudnall Planetarium.

Published 26th November 2019

TJC presents its 31st annual ‘Nutcracker’ ballet

The TJC Academy of Dance will present its 31st annual production of the classic holiday ballet, “The Nutcracker,” Friday-Sunday, Dec. 6-8, in Caldwell Auditorium, located at 300 S. College Ave.

Published 5th November 2019

TJC science center features new space exhibit, digital projection system

On Saturday, Oct. 5, TJC’s Earth and Space Science Center featuring Hudnall Planetarium will debut a new exhibit about space – plus a new and improved way of looking at the stars in its dome theater.

Published 1st October 2019

Constitution Day event set for Sept. 17

The Texas Twelfth Court of Appeals will hear Oral Arguments at the Smith County Bar Foundation’s annual Constitution Day event to be held 10 a.m. Tuesday, Sept. 17.

Published 13th September 2019

‘Nutcracker’ auditions Sept. 7 at TJC

The Tyler Junior College Academy of Dance’s 31st annual presentation of Tchaikovsky’s classic ballet, “The Nutcracker,” is fast approaching.

Published 22nd August 2019

Texas Workforce Commissioner Julian Alvarez visits TJC

Texas Workforce Commissioner Julian Alvarez III visited Tyler Junior College on Wednesday.

Published 8th August 2019

TJC to host Operation East Texas offering free dental services

TJC will host Operation East Texas -- a free dental, medical and vision outreach -- from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday-Thursday, July 29-Aug. 1, and 8 a.m.-noon Friday, Aug. 2.

Published 23rd July 2019

TJC science center to host STEM events celebrating 50th anniversary of Apollo moon landing

The Center for Earth & Space Science Education at Tyler Junior College has scheduled several events and STEM-related activities celebrating the 50th anniversary of the Apollo 11 moon landing.

Published 27th June 2019

TJC offers summer activity, athletic camps for ages 3 and up

From animation to athletics, horsemanship to robotics, and scuba to improv comedy, Tyler Junior College has a summer camp to spark the imagination of any young explorer.

Published 8th April 2019

TJC invites community to participate in 8th annual ‘50 Gallon Challenge’ blood drive

One pint of blood can save up to three lives.

Published 19th March 2019

Municipal court officials offer advice to TJC students

Each year, the City of Tyler Municipal Court hears a significant number of cases from high school and college students.

Published 7th March 2019

Former TJC tennis player mentors Tyler teen at Florida sports academy

Former TJC tennis standout Elizabeth Kapari Bagerbaseh recently discovered a connection to her Tyler roots in the Sunshine State.

Published 26th February 2019

TJC offers Spring Break Camp

The Center for Earth & Space Science Education at TJC will offer a Spring Break Camp from 9 a.m. to noon Monday-Friday, March 11-15 at the science center.

Published 26th February 2019

TJC to present spring musical, ‘Pippin’

Poignant, magical “Pippin” will be Tyler Junior College’s 2019 spring musical, featuring students and faculty from the TJC departments of music, theater and dance.

Published 8th February 2019

Public science lectures set Feb. 7 and 8

Dr. Amanda Glaze, assistant professor of middle grades and secondary education at Georgia Southern University, will be the featured speaker for two public science lectures set Thursday and Friday.

Published 1st February 2019

TJC Distinguished Lecture Series to feature Rev. Manson B. Johnson II

In celebration of upcoming Black History Month, Tyler Junior College will welcome the Rev. Manson B. Johnson II as its Distinguished Lecture Series speaker.

Published 29th January 2019

Arbor Day tree planting set for Jan. 26 at TJC West

TJC, The Tyler Trees Committee, Keep Tyler Beautiful and the Tyler Parks and Recreation Department will host a tree planting event to celebrate Arbor Day on Saturday, Jan. 26, at 10 a.m. at TJC West.

Published 22nd January 2019

TJC science center to host lunar eclipse, ‘Love Under the Stars’ events

The moon, stars and science exploration will be front and center for a variety of upcoming events at the Center for Earth & Space Science Education at TJC.

Published 11th January 2019

TJC science center offers holiday hours, dome shows, kids’ camp

The holiday season has arrived at the Center for Earth & Space Science Education at Tyler Junior College.

Published 20th November 2018

TJC Dialogues series promotes discussion of social issues

“Poverty in East Texas” will be the next topic for TJC Dialogues, a new series of discussions hosted by Tyler Junior College.

Published 29th October 2018

TJC to host ‘Day of the Dead’ community event Nov. 1

TJC’s Hispanic Student Organization and Center for Student Life & Involvement will host a special “Day of the Dead” community event from 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 1, on the TJC main campus.

Published 25th October 2018

TJC Campus Police to host trick-or-treating on Halloween night

TJC Campus Police will host trick-or-treaters on Wednesday, Oct. 31, on the TJC main campus.

Published 25th October 2018

TJC Wind Ensemble’s 2nd annual Halloween Kids’ Concert set Oct. 30

Back by popular demand, the TJC Wind Ensemble will present its 2nd annual Halloween Kids’ Concert at 7 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 30, in Wise Auditorium.

Published 24th October 2018

Former astronaut Jose Hernandez speaks at TJC

Former astronaut Jose Hernandez spoke to a rapt crowd Tuesday night at the Center for Earth & Space Science Education at TJC.

Published 10th October 2018

Chief Judge Carl Stewart to speak Sept. 26 at TJC

Chief Judge Carl Stewart, of the U.S. 5th Circuit Court of Appeals, will speak 1:30 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 26, in the Apache Rooms of Rogers Student Center.

Published 21st September 2018

TJC’s Wesley House dedicates Peace Garden on 9/11

Representatives from Tyler Junior College, Tyler Area Chamber of Commerce and Wesley House held a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Sept. 11, to dedicate a Peace Garden in the heart of the TJC campus.

Published 11th September 2018

Shark Brothers returning to TJC science center July 13 and 14

Following last summer’s popular appearance, Sean and Brooks Paxton -- the Shark Brothers -- are planning a return engagement to the Center for Earth & Space Science Education at TJC.

Published 3rd July 2018

Hartweg named TJC science center director

Dr. Beau Hartweg has been named director of the Center for Earth & Space Science Education at Tyler Junior College. He began his duties last Monday.

Published 2nd July 2018

‘Extreme Weather’ dome show opens June 1 at TJC science center

It takes a big screen to convey the effects of big weather.

Published 25th May 2018

TJC to host FBI diversity recruitment event Monday

The Federal Bureau of Investigation’s Dallas Field Office and East Texas Resident Agencies, will host a diversity recruitment event from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Monday, April 23, on the TJC main campus.

Published 20th April 2018

TJC exceeds goal in 7th annual ‘50 Gallon Challenge’ blood drive

For the seventh straight year, Tyler Junior College met and exceeded its goal of collecting 50 gallons of blood.

Published 3rd April 2018

TJC science center premieres new ‘Space Next’ dome show; open during spring break

Just in time for spring break, the Center for Earth & Space Science Education at TJC has a new dome show, “Space Next.”

Published 8th March 2018

TJC invites community to participate in '50 Gallon Challenge' Blood Drive

Tyler Junior College is hosting its seventh annual “50 Gallon Challenge” blood drive March 19-23, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., at various locations on the TJC main campus.

Published 6th March 2018

TJC to offer free dental, vision screenings Saturday

Tyler Junior College will offer free dental and vision screenings on Saturday, Feb. 24, at the Rogers Nursing & Health Sciences Center located at 1200 E. Fifth St., on the TJC main campus.

Published 21st February 2018

TJC professor, students bring art class to Disciple Place Village seniors

It is the third Thursday of the month and residents of Disciple Place Village in Tyler are ready for art class.

Published 20th February 2018

Overstreet to be TJC Distinguished Lecture speaker for Black History Month

In celebration of Black History Month, Tyler Junior College will welcome Judge Morris Overstreet as featured speaker for its Distinguished Lecture Series.

Published 16th February 2018

TJC hosts higher education leadership conference

Tyler Junior College recently hosted the 7th Annual Spring Leadership Conference of the North Texas Community College Consortium.

Published 13th February 2018

TJC science center’s 7th annual ‘Love Under the Stars’ set Feb. 9 and 10

Throughout the ages, the poets and composers have been inspired by love and its relationship to the cosmos.

Published 19th January 2018

TJC science center announces holiday hours, dome shows

The holiday season has arrived at the Center for Earth & Space Science Education at Tyler Junior College.

Published 17th November 2017

TJC science center sets laser shows, new ‘Moons’ dome show

Laser shows and a new film about moons will soon light up the 40-foot dome in the Center for Earth & Space Science Education at Tyler Junior College.

Published 20th October 2017

Pesina to be inaugural speaker for TJC Distinguished Lecture Series

In celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month, Tyler Junior College will welcome attorney Nicanor (Nick) Pesina Jr. as the inaugural guest speaker for its Distinguished Lecture Series.

Published 5th October 2017

TJC to hold hurricane-relief blood drive Friday

Tyler Junior College will host an emergency blood drive on Friday to help replenish the blood supplies in the areas devastated by Hurricane Harvey.

Published 31st August 2017

Laser shows set April 27-29 at TJC science center

For a limited time, laser shows are returning to the dome theater in the Center for Earth & Space Science Education at Tyler Junior College.

Published 19th April 2017

TJC’s DanceFest features ‘Snow White’

TJC’s Dance Department and Academy of Dance present DanceFest 2017, featuring a full-length, contemporary production of the classic fairytale, “Snow White.”

Published 13th April 2017

Dutch philanthropist Jolanda van den Berg to speak at TJC International Day, April 18

In 1995, Jolanda van den Berg traveled from her home in the Netherlands to Peru for vacation with friends, but what she found there completely transformed her life.

Published 13th April 2017

TJC offers summer activity, athletic camps for ages 3 and up

From animation to athletics, horsemanship to robotics, and scuba to improv comedy, Tyler Junior College has a summer camp to spark the imagination of any young explorer.

Published 12th April 2017

TJC holds 2nd ‘90 for 90th’ bike ride

TJC held its 2nd “90 for 90th” bike ride – a two-day, 90-mile bicycle tour spanning the length of TJC’s enrollment district, from Quitman to Rusk – on Friday and Saturday, April 7 and 8.

Published 12th April 2017

Concert pianist Jovanni-Rey de Pedro to perform guest recital April 6 at TJC

Filipino-American pianist Jovanni-Rey de Pedro has appeared on five continents as a performer, educator, collaborator and speaker.

Published 3rd April 2017

TJC Family Learning Center hosts Partner Appreciation Luncheon

TJC’s Family Learning Center of Tyler held an appreciation luncheon for its community partners – Tyler ISD and Literacy Council of Tyler – last week at the center.

Published 30th March 2017

TJC invites community to participate in ‘50 Gallon Challenge’ blood drive

One pint of blood can save up to three lives.

Published 24th March 2017

Mad Scientists returning to TJC’s Science Center Saturday, March 18

TJC’s Center for Earth and Space Science Education is offering an amazing Mad Science show the entire family is sure to enjoy.

Published 10th March 2017

TJC science center offers spring break camps, events

Staying close to home for spring break this year? The Center for Earth & Space Science Education at TJC has several exciting, educational events on tap.

Published 1st March 2017

TJC Arbor Day tree planting celebration set for March 5

TJC, The Tyler Trees Committee, Keep Tyler Beautiful and the Tyler Parks and Recreation Department will host a tree planting event to celebrate Arbor Day at noon Sunday, March 5, on our main campus.

Published 23rd February 2017

TJC, TEDC host Scandinavian leadership delegation

TJC and Tyler Economic Development Council recently hosted a leadership delegation from Sweden and Denmark.

Published 22nd February 2017

Tickets on sale Feb. 15 for TJC spring musical, ‘Mary Poppins’

Chimney sweeps who step in time. Those precocious, kite-flying Banks children. The bird woman on the cathedral steps. A spoonful of sugar. That mysterious nanny who’s practically perfect in every way.

Published 9th 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

TJC to host free seminar for first-time homebuyers

TJC will offer a free seminar for first-time homebuyers from 2 to 4 p.m., Saturday, Feb. 18, in the Southside Bank Room of the Robert M. Rogers Nursing and Health Sciences Center.

Published 23rd January 2017

TJC science center’s 6th annual ‘Love Under the Stars’ set Feb. 10 and 11

Throughout the ages, the poets and composers have been inspired by love and its relationship to the cosmos.

Published 6th January 2017

TJC’s Family Learning Center of Tyler commended in annual report

TJC’s Family Learning Center of Tyler has been commended for outcomes in its recent annual report.

Published 15th December 2016

TJC science center offers holiday hours, dome shows

The holiday season has arrived at the Center for Earth & Space Science Education at Tyler Junior College.

Published 14th December 2016

TJC advances to Level II institution

Tyler Junior College just received a big promotion.

Published 7th December 2016

‘Ocean Wonderland’ now playing at TJC science center

Jean-Michel Cousteau’s “Ocean Wonderland” is the newest dome show for the Center for Earth & Space Science Education at Tyler Junior College.

Published 15th November 2016

TJC Pops Concert set Nov. 17 and 18

TJC music groups Harmony & Understanding and Jazz Ensemble II present this year’s Pops Concert, themed “Old Time Rock ’n’ Roll,” in celebration of TJC’s 90th anniversary.

Published 9th November 2016

ETSO Jazz Spectacular features TJC group, guest artist Allen Vizzutti

His name might not ring a bell, but Allen Vizzutti and his trumpet have been heard on some iconic recordings and movie soundtracks, including “Back to the Future” and “Star Trek.”

Published 7th November 2016

TJC presents the 28th annual ‘Nutcracker’ ballet

Tickets are on sale now for the TJC Academy of Dance’s 28th annual presentation of Tchaikovsky’s classic ballet, “The Nutcracker,” set Friday-Sunday, Dec. 2-4, in Wise Auditorium.

Published 4th November 2016

Theatre TJC presents Shakespeare’s ‘A Midsummer Night’s Dream’

Theatre TJC enters the Bard’s fantastical world of fairy magic and love potions with “A Midsummer Night’s Dream.”

Published 31st October 2016

TJC science center’s new dome show, exhibit examine life undersea

Visitors to the Center for Earth & Space Science Education at TJC are invited to look beneath the surface in their new, ocean-themed exhibit and dome show.

Published 9th September 2016