The Johnson County Community College Bookstore is a nonprofit organization that reinvests all proceeds into JCCC students and campus programs!

Our mission is:

To serve as an innovative campus hub that enhances student success by providing accessible educational resources, fostering community connections, and supporting the academic journey through affordable, inclusive, and forward-thinking services.

Our vision is:

To be an essential partner in student success by transforming the traditional bookstore model into a dynamic resource center that anticipates needs, removes barriers, and strengthens the JCCC community.

Our values will always be:

Student Success - Every decision centers on student achievement
Innovation in Access - Embracing change for better service
Community and Collaboration - Working together toward shared goals
Responsive Service - Adapting to meet our community's needs

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1969

Image of the first JCCC bookstore, which opened in 1969 under the name of JO-CO Jr.College- High School Books & Supplies.

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1973

Former bookstore cashier Cathy Garrett was operating the register in 1973 when the bookstore was located in COM 006 (Cav Central).

University Ave. Technical Store

1979

Article written in October 1979, 10 years after the Bookstore opened. Shows former Bookstore Manager Joe Hentzen helping a student, with merchandise offered at the time.

Customers shopping in the bookstore

1991

Image of the JCCC bookstore located in the lobby of CEC (now MTC) in 1991.

Front of the bookstore in 2016

2000

The JCCC bookstore moved to the newly built Student Center building.

bookstore in the downunder

2018

During the Student Center remodel, the JCCC bookstore operated temporarily in its original location of COMS 006.

the new bookstore

2019

The bookstore moved to its current home in the Student Center building and has been happily serving the campus since.