Defiance College

Celebrating our incredible team for their years of service to Defiance College 👏 Kris Boland (25), Mary Burkholder (20), Kris Knight (10), Carla Higgins (10), Steve Bare (5), Jeff Appel (5) Thank you for your dedication! #DefianceCollege

💜 Join us April 8 as @DefianceSoftball takes on UNOH and honors the fight against cancer. Grab a lavender shirt for $20—proceeds benefit the American Cancer Society. ⏰ Order by March 31, 8 AM 🛒 forms.gle/BDSUdn3NEKqxrj… #DefianceCollege #FightAgainstCancer

Last night the wewelcomed guests for Town and Gown: Defiance History Programs. Archivist Barb Sedlock presented “Halls of Education: A Retrospective of Defiance College Buildings,” sharing history behind the spaces that have shaped generations of Yellow Jackets. #DefianceCollege

It’s TODAY! 🥡🍊 Support our McMaster Rome community partner by ordering Panda Express online & using code 9012191 at checkout. Valid at ANY U.S. location — so share widely! Every order helps aid refugees in Rome. ❤️ Order here: community-fundraiser.com/virtual-fundra…

Love was in the air at DC last week 💜 Students celebrated Valentine’s Day all week long by sending sweet (and sometimes hilarious!) Valengrams and putting their relationship instincts to the test with a round of Green Flag 🟢 or Red Flag 🚩. #DefianceCollege #ValentinesDay2026

Jacket Days is a cornerstone of the Jacket Journey — where career readiness meets purpose. It’s more than events; it’s a campus-wide commitment to preparing students for confident first steps beyond Defiance. #DefianceCollege #JacketJourney #JacketDays2026

Defiance College’s new Empower VetEd Grant supports military-connected students pursuing careers in education—helping reduce financial barriers and strengthen the future teaching workforce. Learn more: defiance.edu/veterans-progr…

Criminal Justice Night gave Defiance College students hands-on exposure to real careers in the field—connecting with professionals and learning from alum Savannah McCoy ’24 of the Defiance Police Department. #JacketJourney #DefianceCollege #CareerReadiness

Defiance College President Dr. Richanne C. Mankey announced the appointment of Scott Wills as Vice President of Institutional Advancement. Scott will serve on the President’s Leadership Team and lead fundraising and engagement efforts to support the College’s mission and future.

Jacket Days: Problem Solving Students tackled multiple problems in small groups with limited direction and a tight time limit. The challenge pushed them to think quickly, collaborate, and adapt as they worked toward solutions. #DefianceCollege #DEFIneYourFuture #JacketDays2026

During Jacket Days, our Grad School Fair gave students the opportunity to connect with more than 20 graduate programs and explore pathways to further their education. #DefianceCollege #JacketDays2026 #DEFIneYourFuture

On #MLKDay , we honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. by advancing his vision through service-learning, where education meets action and students make a meaningful difference beyond the classroom. #DefianceCollege #DEFIneYourFuture #IHaveADream

From concept to campus favorite ☕✨ This timelapse shows the final furniture and detail work coming together in our new café. Huge thanks to everyone who helped make this space a reality! #DefianceCollege #DEFIneYourFuture

🎀 Join us today at noon for a special ribbon cutting ceremony as we dedicate our new café here at DC! Tune in live: loom.ly/Lzj0B04

Defiance College has extended its delay and cancelled all morning classes. The College will open at 11:30am.

Bilal Muta is a DC alum & Director of Delivery Services at Northlight Solution Group, leading Salesforce + AI solutions nationwide. Back for #JacketDays2026, he’ll help students use adaptability + emerging tech to turn their skills into a competitive edge. #DefianceCollege

Adam Sloan—former McDonald’s Owner/Operator—brings 30+ years of leadership experience and a message centered on positivity. As a #JacketDays2026 keynote at #DefianceCollege, he’ll show students how mindset and resilience can DEFIne their future as Yellow Jackets. #JacketJourney

Jacket Days is Defiance College’s multi-day, conference-style career readiness experience. Students connect with industry professionals through panels, workshops, and hands-on sessions focused on real-world skills and career prep. #DefianceCollege #JacketJourney #JacketDays2026

Our very own Zadria King walks us through Jacket Days and how Defiance College is preparing students for life beyond the classroom. Jacket Days 2026 takes place January 12–14 — stay tuned for more. loom.ly/pmHXx1w #DefianceCollege #JacketDays2026

T-Minus One Week - Jacket Days | January 12–14 #DefianceCollege #DEFIneYourFuture #JacketJourney #JacketDays2026