Jaryis Christian College
Known Name(s)
Jaryis Christian College
Address
Not listed but address is 7631 Hwy 80 East Hawkins, TX
Establishment Type(s)
HBCU
Physical Status
Extant
Detailed History
Jarvis Christian University is a historically Black institution that has been affiliated with the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) since inception. Jarvis Christian University began as Jarvis Christian Institute, modeled after the Southern Christian Institute of Edwards, Mississippi. Formal instructional programs commenced on January 13, 1913, with an enrollment of twelve students, all in the elementary grades.
