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.
Perry to keynote Veteran’s Day celebrations
The Texas governor will help Paris Junior College honor the sacrifices of our nation's armed forces during special ceremonies Nov. 11.
Read MoreRegents choose architectural firm to guide growth
SHW Group of Dallas will develop master plans for the Paris, Sulphur Springs and Greenville campuses, and will design new facilities.
Read MoreVeterans to be honored during Homecoming
Paris Junior College's Homecoming weekend - Nov. 10, 11 and 12 - will be a busy three days, highlighted by the induction of PJC's World War II veterans into the school's Hall of Honor.
Read MoreTIJT donation passes tradition to students
The donation of watch parts, books and equipment to the Texas Institute of Jewelry Technology will give students an even richer learning environment.
Read MoreLeslie Main awarded Fay Burkett scholarship
Ms. Main is a first-year vocational nursing student and said she was honored to receive the $250 scholarship.
Read MorePTK participates in Relay For Life to help fight cancer
The "Dragonhearts," members of Paris Junior College's Beta Zeta chapter of Phi Theta Kappa, set out to slay cancer complete with knight, wizard, dragon and princess costumes.
Read MorePTK officers attend Honors Institute in Galveston
The theme of the 2005 Texas Honors Institute was "Popular Culture: Shaping and Reflecting Who We Are."
Read MoreOwens Centennial Celebration set for November
The tribute will recognize the 100th birthday of William A. Owens, a Lamar County native, noted author, and former Columbia University professor.
Read MoreWal-Mart donation supports adult education
Photo: Wal-Mart on Tuesday donated $2,500 to Paris Junior College's Adult Education and Family Literacy program.
Read MoreThe call goes out to tell a story, sing a song
Those interested in acting and singing are invited to audition for a part in the upcoming PJC productin of "Tell Me A Story - Sing Me A Song" Thursday, Sept. 15.
Read MorePJC fall enrollment increases by 6 percent
Enrollment at the three Paris Junior College campuses hit 4,371 this semester, and contact hours surpassed 1 million for the first time.
Read MorePJC welcomes students displaced by Katrina
Paris Junior College has made special provisions for students fleeing the hurricane-ravaged Gulf coast to continue their education in the Lone Star State.
Read MoreAuditions set for fall theatre productions
Love the theatre and want to be a part of it? Here's your chance: Auditions for the Paris Junior College Speech and Theatre Department's fall productions are open to everyone.
Read MoreE.C. Hancock retires after 41 years at PJC
The math and biology instructor estimates he has taught more than 15,000 students during his Paris Junior College career, and has seen the college's student body grow from 400 to 4,000.
Read MorePJC budget approved; tax rate unchanged
Regents left PJC's tax rate unchanged for the coming year, and approved a $19.8 million budget for 2005-2006, an increase of $923,000.
Read MoreLady Dragons rank on WBCA academic list
Coach Scott Hyland's 2004-2005 squad placed 12th on the WBCA's annual academic ranking of junior college teams.
Read MoreHomer honored as Distinguished Alumnus
The District 3 state representative is lauded by friends and colleagues during a banquet in his honor Aug. 11.
Read MoreTIJT instructor meets a racing legend at NY show
Frank Poye, AWI certified watchmaker and instructor at the Texas Institute of Jewelry Technology, was introduced to racing legend Mario Andretti while attending the JA International Jewelry Show in New York.
Read MoreRoss Hodge named assistant basketball coach
Former Dragon and assistant at Texas A&M University-Commerce returning to Paris Junior College.
Read More