Programs
The Jefferson Educational Society offers different programs during the Winter, Spring, Summer, and Fall terms. Some of the past and current programs include the Global Summit, Metro 100, Brock Institute Lectures, Community Conversations, Jefferson Satellite programs, and other special programs.
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Publications
The JES, it's writers, researchers, and Scholars-in-Residence publish various books, essays, journals, quick timely reads, book-notes, and reports about a wide range of topics. In 2022, the writers produced a record year, creating more than 140 publications.
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Membership
By becoming a member of the Jefferson, you will have access to benefits including: priority registration of events; advance notice of programs and lectures; an increased number of free events available to members; invitations to special member events; and subscriptions to JES publications.
Become a MemberErie Insurance at 100: A Remarkable Past and Promising Future
Tom Hagen, Tim NeCastro, Marty Eisert and Steve Scully In 2025, Erie Insurance, the region's only homegrown Fortune 500 company and largest employer celebrates its 100th anniversary. Join the Chairman of the ... Read More »When Art Transcends What's 'Pleasing': Elevating Our Standards for Aesthetic Expression
Michael DeSanctis, Ph.D., JES Scholar-in-Residence In this richly illustrated presentation, JES Scholar-in-Residence Dr. Michael DeSanctis will offer participants a way of appreciating works of visual art, architecture... Read More »Hidden Voices: The Unheard Struggles of Students
Katie Phillips and Jacob Jones Mental health and wellness have gained significant attention in the United States, but concerns arise regarding the distribution of resources and focus on youth mental... Read More »Advancing Community Progress in Erie, Pennsylvania
The Jefferson Educational Society (JES) of Erie is a nonprofit institution where conversations commence and ideas take action. We were founded to promote civic enlightenment and community progress for the Erie Region through the study, research, and discussion of those ideas and events that have influenced the human condition. The Society offers courses, seminars, and lectures which explain the central ideas that have formed the past, assist in exploring the present, and offer guidance to enhance the civic future of the Erie Region.
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