GCSC Gulf/Franklin Campus

08/21/2026

Registration is NOW OPEN for Education Encore!💫

Looking to pick up a new hobby, learn a new skill, or simply connect with fellow lifelong learners? Education Encore offers a fun, stress-free environment for active and senior adults with no tests and no grades—just fun!

⚓Non-credit enrichment classes across a wide variety of topics including arts, health & fitness, history, technology, and culture
⚓Choose up to four different classes to attend each Friday

Start Date: September 18, 2026
End Date: October 30, 2026
(Note: No classes on Friday, October 9)

Location: GCSC Panama City Campus
Cost: $125 for the full 6-week program (includes up to 4 classes each Friday)
Optional Add-on: Pre-paid Friday lunch tickets available for $80.

How to Register:
Spots fill up fast! Register online at gulfcoast.edu/Encore or in person at the Panama City Campus Continuing Education Offices (Student Union West, 3rd Floor)

08/19/2026

🎓 Big news for our Respiratory Care program!

Our staff constantly champion student success—a commitment mirrored by Dr. Porter’s recent achievement in earning her Doctorate of Education in Higher Education Leadership from South College.

Her dedication to continuous learning and leadership directly supports our students as she helps prepare the next generation of respiratory therapists. We couldn't be prouder to have our future graduates learn and grow in her classroom.

Join us in congratulating Dr. Porter in the comments below! 🫁✨

08/17/2026

08/11/2026

Welcome back, Commodores! ⚓️

Fall 2026 is officially here, and we can’t wait to see the campus full of life again next week! To help you start the semester strong, here is your quick guide to staying tapped in and on track:

Fall 2026 Campus Reminders

⚓️Extended Hours: Need extra help? We’ve extended our hours from Aug 10th – 21st (Monday–Thursday, 8:00 AM – 5:30 PM).

⚓️Campus Closure: Campus will be CLOSED on Wednesday, Aug 12th. Plan ahead!

⚓️Fee Deadline: Don’t risk getting dropped from your classes! Fees are due NOW—make sure your account is settled.

⚓️Check Your Email: Stay updated on important info by checking your Student Email regularly. Simply log in to your MyGCSC Account and tap the Outlook Student Email icon.

⚓️ Stay Safe: Your safety is our top priority! Download the GCSC Safe App today from the App Store or Google Play Store.

We’re so excited for an incredible semester ahead. Have a great first week back, and we’ll see you around campus! 💙⚓️

08/10/2026

Celebrating GCSC Summer 2026 Academic Excellence! We are thrilled to announce our Summer 2026 President’s, Dean’s, and Honors List students! 🌟

While others were relaxing by the beach, you were crushing your courses, mastering summer semesters, and staying dedicated to your goals. That kind of commitment is no small feat, and the entire Gulf Coast State College team is beyond proud of what you’ve accomplished this term! 💙⚓

What It Takes to Make the List (for students enrolled in 12 or more hours):

President's List: Earned by full-time students maintaining an exceptional 3.90–4.00 GPA.

Dean's List: Awarded to students achieving a stellar 3.70–3.89 GPA.

Honors List: Recognizing outstanding academic achievement for students completing qualifying coursework.

Let’s celebrate you! Drop a comment below, tag a classmate, or give a shoutout to a friend who made the list so we can give them the credit they deserve! 👇✨

Achievement

08/07/2026

Your next chapter starts in 10 Days.

Let's Go, Dores!

08/05/2026

📢 College Closure Reminder

Gulf Coast State College will be closed August 12 as faculty and staff participate in our annual Fall professional development.

This dedicated day of professional development helps our team prepare for the semester ahead and ensures we're ready to support our students from day one.

We will resume normal business hours on August 13 and look forward to welcoming everyone back to campus soon!