University of Colorado Law School

1961

Glenn Jones graduates from University of Colorado Law School, goes to work for cable industry

U.S. Capital Building

1964

Runs for Congress, Colorado's 1st Congressional District, loses

Volkswagon Beetle

1967

Takes a $400 loan on his Volkswagen beetle to buy first cable TV system in Georgetown, Colorado

Glenn R. Jones with computer

1970

Offers first public limited partnerships to finance cable acquisitions, leads to $1 billion in capital attraction

Jones Corporate Offices

1970-1986

Acquires and builds cable systems throughout the U.S., becomes one of the top cable operators

Mind Extension University Logo

1987

Founds Mind Extension University

Library of Congress Graphic

1989

Global Library Project with
Library of Congress

JIU Arch Graphic

1993

Founds Jones International University: The University
of the Web

GATE Logo Graphic

1995

Founds Global Alliance for Transnational Education

Jones e-education logo

1998

Founds
e-education, moves into software or "courseware" development for college partners

JIU Accredited Graphic

1999

Jones International University accredited

Jones Intercable SOLD Graphic

April 1999

Sells controlling interest in cable company


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