Jackson County Higher Education Alliance

Pictured from left to right: Dr. Charles H. Webb, President Spring Arbor University, Patricia Kaufman, President Baker College Jackson and Dr. Daniel J. Phelan, President/CEO Jackson Community College.

Mission

The JCHEA was created to foster collaborative efforts by Jackson County Institutions of Higher Education (IHE's) to provide efficiencies and coordination with regard to post-secondary education, employee training, retraining, and capacity-building, continuing education, workforce development, and economic development ultimately leading to revitalization of our communities. JCHEA works closely with other community leaders and organizations to further leverage resources for community advancement.

JCHEA Facts

• Students – 11,765
• Employees – 1,148
• Economic Impact – $97 million