Input Wanted on a Possible TJC Name Change

TYLER – The issue of a possible name change for Tyler Junior College comes before school trustees on March 7th. The college is up for re-accreditation in 2021. The accrediting body wants to know beforehand if TJC is going to change its name. Because TJC offers four-year degrees and workforce programs, school leaders want to know if the word “junior” is sending the wrong message to future students, teachers, even job recruiters. A study found recommended new names were “Texas Eastern College,” “East Texas College,” and simply removing the “Junior,” making it “Tyler College.” At next week’s school trustees’ meeting, they want public comment regarding a potential name change for the school.