Georgetown in Sussex County, Delaware — The American Northeast (Mid-Atlantic)

Delaware Technical and Community College

Photographed By Mike Stroud, October 17, 2011

1. Delaware Technical and Community College Marker

Inscription. Site of the first community college in the State of Delaware. Formerly William C. Jason High School, this college was created by the Delaware General Assembly in 1966 and opened the doors to students in September 1967. Because of its central location, the Southern Campus is known throughout Sussex County as “The College.”

Erected by The Delaware Public Archives. (Marker Number S-76.)

Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Education. In addition, it is included in the Delaware Public Archives series list. A significant historical month for this entry is September 1967.

Location. 38° 41.865′ N, 75° 24.361′ W. Marker is in Georgetown, Delaware, in Sussex County. Marker is on Seashore Highway (State Route 404) (State Road 18), on the left when traveling west. Located west of the U.S. 113 intersection, on College campus. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 21179 Seashore Highway, Georgetown DE 19947, United States of America. Touch for directions.

Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within 2 miles of this marker, measured as the crow flies. William C. Jason Comprehensive High School (within shouting distance of this marker); Georgetown Presbyterian Church (approx. one mile away); Georgetown Train Station (approx. 1.1 miles away); The Judges (approx. 1.2 miles

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away); Wesley United Methodist (approx. 1.2 miles away); Chad E. Spicer (approx. 1.2 miles away); George Alfred Townsend Birthplace (approx. 1.2 miles away); Sussex County Courthouse (approx. 1.2 miles away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Georgetown.

Regarding Delaware Technical and Community College. Jack F. Owens Campus of Delaware Tech- Located in the heart of Sussex County, our picturesque campus, situated on 146 acres with ten major buildings and a recreational complex, is the county hub for higher education. Known as the birthplace of Delaware Tech, the Owens Campus continues to be a leader in the community. Combining a reputation for nationally recognized education and our on-campus partnerships with four-year institutions, the campus offers lots of options as you choose a personalized education to fit the job market. From diverse student activities to the culture of symphony orchestra performances to being the home of national baseball champions, the Delaware Tech Owens Campus shares excellence with Sussex County.

Also see . . . Delaware Technical & Community College (DTCC or Delaware Tech)

Photographed By Mike Stroud, October 17, 2011

2. Delaware Technical and Community College Marker

. The component campuses are the Jack F. Owens Campus (or simply 'Owens Campus') in Georgetown, Delaware; the Stanton Campus in Newark; the Charles L. Terry Campus (or simply 'Terry Campus') in Dover; and the Wilmington Campus in Wilmington (Submitted on November 25, 2011, by Mike Stroud of Bluffton, South Carolina.)

Photographed By Mike Stroud, October 17, 2011

3. Delaware Technical and Community College Marker

Credits. This page was last revised on March 4, 2024. It was originally submitted on November 1, 2011, by Mike Stroud of Bluffton, South Carolina. This page has been viewed 572 times since then and 23 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on November 25, 2011, by Mike Stroud of Bluffton, South Carolina.