John Wood Ag Careers Night

by Ellen Lowe | Monday, January 16, 2012

The Agricultural Sciences Department at JWCC is hosting an Ag Careers Night sponsored by the JWCC Ag Alumni Association at the Ag Education Center, 37803 State Hwy 104, near Perry, IL, on Monday, February 27th. This is for ALL interested students (especially juniors and seniors) and their parents and will help students to evaluate . . . read more

Fastweb info on scams, loans, resources

by Ellen Lowe | November 7, 2011

Scholarship Scams Tip Sheet How do I recognize a scholarship scammer? A scammer: • Indicates you won an award for which you didn’t apply • Does not supply valid contact information . . . read more

Scholarship Tips

by Ellen Lowe | November 2, 2011

10 HOT TIPS FROM A SCHOLARSHIP JUDGE Sue Macy  Use the scholarship application itself – don’t type the questions over. One applicant thought she was being thorough by typing out each question on another sheet, . . . read more

Apply for a PIN

by Ellen Lowe | November 2, 2011

A PIN (personal identification number) for FINANCIAL AID The Free Federal Application for Student Aid (FAFSA) application is a necessary first step for any student applying for federal or state aid, federal loans, or the work-study . . . read more