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 MemberSpirits that Moved America: Lessons through Liquor
Brian Freedman Spirits have played a significant role in American history, from the whiskey that the Founding Fathers produced and the lasting impact of Prohibition all the way throu... Read More »Fairview Satellite: Work in the Age of AI: What's Changing, What's Not, and What Matters Most
Dr. Leighann Forbes Artificial intelligence is reshaping the workplace. Across our region, some jobs are being transformed, others are becoming more efficient, and a few are beginning to ... Read More »Sacred Spaces Tour Part IV: Temple Anshe Hesed and First Alliance Church of Erie
Michael DeSanctis, Ph.D., JES Scholar-in-Residence Join us for the fourth of our very popular "Sacred Spaces" tours led by JES Scholar-in-Residence Dr. Michael E. DeSanctis. This installment will take participants thro... 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 ...
