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 MemberFairview Satellite: The State of Erie's Economy: The Region's Path to Prosperity
Kenneth Louie, Ph.D. What is the current state of the Erie, Pennsylvania, economy as it continues down the path of economic revitalization? How does Erie's economic performance compare ... Read More »Harborcreek Satellite: Inflation and Its Impact on Real Earnings
Kenneth Louie, Ph.D. Inflation remains one of the most contentious economic issues facing U.S. households, businesses, and policymakers. Why is there so much ongoing discussion, and deb... Read More »East Erie Satellite: Reflecting on the Effect of the Polish Immigration on the Erie Community
Regina Jaworski Erie, Pennsylvania, like towns small and big across the United States, is a place build by immigrants whose distinct cultures they brought with them from their homelan... 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.
JES honors American heritage, discusses local progress through winter programming
JES to host President Barack Obama at Global Su...
Dr. Robert Garland to return for second residency
Football powerhouse Jim Kelly joins JES Global ...
