2017-2018 College Catalog and Student Handbook

Message From The President

Welcome Tyler Trailblazer!

This is an exciting time to be part of John Tyler Community College. It’s our 50th anniversary, and you are invited to take part in the celebration! As we mark this important occasion, we are also looking forward to what’s next, and that includes you. We cannot wait to see what trails you blaze during your time at John Tyler and after you graduate.

As you prepare to begin your educational journey, please take some time to explore this Catalog, the college’s web site, and our social media channels. Through these resources, you’ll find important information about your major, including milestones that may allow you to earn additional college credentials and industry certifications. You’ll also learn about services and opportunities available to you, such as scholarships, career fairs, student activities, advising, tutoring, and student clubs - just to name a few.

We look forward to helping you find your pathway to success.

Sincerely,

Edward “Ted” Raspiller, Ed.D.

President, John Tyler Community College

Copyright © 2017 by John Tyler Community College

The information, procedures, regulations, rules and policies listed in this catalog are subject to change by the College, the College Board, the Virginia Community College System or the State Board for Community Colleges. This catalog is for informational purposes only. It is not intended to establish contractual agreements between students and the College.

Nondiscrimination Policy

John Tyler Community College (JTCC) does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation or disability in its programs or activities. Also, JTCC does not discriminate against pregnant and/or parenting students. Please note that any gender-based discrimination or sex-based discrimination to include sexual misconduct should be directed to Sandra Kirkland, Dean of Students and Title IX Coordinator and/or Michelle Spencer, Associate Dean of Students and Deputy Title IX Coordinator. Please refer to the JTCC Title IX policy at www.jtcc.edu/about/title-ix-and-sexual-misconduct for policy and procedures related to Title IX.

Inquiries related to the College’s nondiscrimination policy should be directed to:

Ms. Sandra Kirkland, Dean of Students
13101 Jefferson Davis Highway, Chester, VA 23831
skirkland@jtcc.edu
804-706-5208/804-594-1566

Michelle Spencer, Associate Dean of Students
13101 Jefferson Davis Highway, Chester, VA 23831
mspencer@jtcc.edu
804-706-5067/804-594-1534

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