Joliet Junior College Alumni

The JJC Alumni & Friends Happy Hour at Montage Wine Bar & Spirits was a blast last night! JJC Alum and Montage owner Michelle Xydakis and her staff were wonderful hosts and our guests enjoyed a wine, whisky or mocktail tasting. We also dined on delicious appetizers and Montage’s famous charcuterie. Big thanks to our alumni, friends, faculty and JJC Foundation board members for joining us last night, and thank you to Montage for being a proud Alumni Business Partner. Stay tuned for our next Alumni & Friends Happy Hour this July!

How would you like to win a $100 gift card to use at one of JJC's student-run restaurants, Thrive or Saveur? ?? Every $25 donation you make to the Joliet Junior College Culinary Arts "Equip a Culinary Student" fundraiser earns you an entry. Proceeds from this fundraiser will help equip students with knife kits that are necessary for their program. Donate today at jjc.edu/equipculinary * One winner will be chosen on Monday, March 31 and contacted via email. *For more information about Thrive and Saveur and to make a reservation, visit jjc.edu/restaurants

Our #JJCSocks keep making their way around the community and thanks to all of the support, our campaign has raised a record-breaking $6,225 for student scholarships!! Big thanks to John and Patrick Hall for modeling their socks during a Will Works Podcast recording. Don't miss their latest episode!

Registration is NOW OPEN for this year's Empty Bowls Luncheons. ???? Dine at City Center Campus on Tuesday, April 15 from 11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. or at Main Campus on Thursday, April 17 from 11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Your $15 donation provides you with a handmade bowl and simple lunch of soup, bread and a drink. Spaces are limited at both locations and will sell out. Register today at jjc.edu/emptybowls and help us fight hunger on campus and in our community.

NEW EPISODE DROP! ???? United Way of Will County Development Director and JJC Alum, Kenneth Guldenbecker, joins us on this month's episode to talk about two of his passions: philanthropy and music. ?? As one of our younger alumni, Ken is already making a name for himself in the community, and he shares some excellent advice on how to get involved and what that engagement means to him. Listen to Episode 7 TODAY at jjc.edu/alumnipodcast #JJCAlumniPodcast #JJCAlumni #jjcrootsandbranches

As a JJC alum and an active community member, Mike Paone, IOM is familiar with the various opportunities JJC provides to help the entire college community, from students and employees to local businesses, schools and more! Watch Mike's full Roots and Branches story — and/or share your own! — at jjc.edu/roots-and-branches Joliet Junior College Alumni #JJCRootsAndBranches #4EveryStudent4EveryCommunity

Grab a friend or colleague and join us for a JJC Alumni & Friends Happy Hour at Montage Wine Bar & Spirits on March 13 from 6-8 p.m.! ?? Your $45 ticket includes: * Your choice of a wine??, whisky??, OR mocktail??flight * Montage's delicious charcuterie and a variety of appetizers * tax and gratuity for the Montage staff * a fun atmosphere with other alumni & friends Space is limited and open to all, so reserve your spot today at jjc.edu/alumnihappyhour

Attention alumni: If you are looking for a job or internship, you don't want to miss this year's Joliet Regional College & Career Fair on March 27!

??COMING SOON?? We had a blast talking to JJC Alum and United Way of Will County Development Director Kenneth Guldenbecker about music, philanthropy, and community involvement. ?????? This new episode drops Friday, March 7. While you wait, catch up on previous episodes at jjc.edu/alumnipodcast

?? Don't Miss the Joliet Regional College & Career Fair! ?? Open to students, alumni, and community members. This is your chance to connect with 100+ employers hiring for full-time, part-time, and internship opportunities across various industries! Thinking about transferring? 24+ four-year colleges will also be on-site to discuss your next steps and help you plan for the future. Come explore, network, and take the next step toward your career success! ? #JolietJuniorCollege #JJC #Joliet #JobFair #NowHiring