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Jacksonville College has impacted thousands of lives for almost 125 years. Our mission is “To provide Christ-centered teaching and training that prepares students to lead meaningful lives that transform the world.” We believe that this mission is exactly what our...

President of Jacksonville College

Apply Today: President of Jacksonville College   Jacksonville College, a vibrant, faith-based, liberal arts institution, is accepting applications for the office of President. An earned Doctorate degree is preferred, with Education or related disciplines also...

Gerald Orr Obituary

A funeral service for Gerald Orr, 83, is scheduled at 2 p.m.Thursday, December 22, 2022 at Autry Funeral Homein Jacksonville with Larry Barker officiating. Visitation will begin at 1 p.m. He will be laid to rest atResthaven Memorial Park in Jacksonville.  Gerald...

NEWS RELEASE

October 27, 2022 Dr. Joe Lightner has given his resignation as the president of Jacksonville College effectiveFriday, October 28, 2022. Writing to the Board of Trustees, Dr. Lightner said the Lord has“released me to lead a non-profit [that] I started several years ago...

Grateful For What God Has Done

  Jacksonville College was established in 1899 and is the only remaining private Christian Junior College in the state of Texas. Dr. J.M. Newburn, a founding trustee and third president of Jacksonville College, stated that the college was established with an...