Jamestown Community College

Founded in 1950 as a predominantly transfer, liberal arts oriented institution, JCC was among the first community colleges within the State University of New York. JCC has remained committed to the humanities and liberal arts while expanding to meet the social imperatives of workforce development and community service. The college serves students desiring transfer programs, provides technical and career programs for those seeking employment immediately after graduation, and offers the community workplace and personal enrichment programs.

Student clubs and organizations that focus on a variety of interests provide opportunities for creative expression, community service, and cultural diversity. Students are also able to engage in campus life programs, intercollegiate athletics, and intramural activities to develop social connections. The Jamestown Campus provides on-campus living for 340 students in three residence halls. Student government The officially recognized student governing body is the Student Senate . Students have a direct voice in all student affairs and many college activities through active participation in student government.

The Campus Activity Board (CAB) and the College Program Committee are the two organizations that are responsible for bringing activities (speakers, artists, musicians, etc.) to campus. CAB is composed of only students. The College Program Committee includes faculty, staff and student representatives.

JCC is a member of the Western New York Athletic Conference and Region III of the National Junior College Athletic Association. The Jayhawk is the team mascot. Intercollegiate teams include: Men's soccer Women's soccer Men's baseball Men's basketball Women's basketball Men's and women's golf Men's and women's swimming / diving Women's volleyball Men's wrestling Men's and women's cross country