GCSC Gulf/Franklin Campus

08/31/2026

GCSC will be closed for Labor Day

Gulf Coast State College will be closed Monday, September 7, in observance of Labor Day.

We’ll be back and ready to serve our students on Tuesday, September 8.

Enjoy the holiday, Commodores! 💙💛

08/28/2026

08/28/2026

SAVE THE DATE: SEPT 17TH

Your future planning starts here. 🎓 The Bay County College Fair—the largest college fair in the county—is returning to Gulf Coast State College!

Whether you have your heart set on a specific degree or you're just starting to explore options, this is your chance to meet face-to-face with representatives from 30+ colleges and universities all in one evening.

📍 Where: Gulf Coast State College

🗓️ When: Thursday, September 17th

⏰ Time: 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM

🎟️ Admission: FREE & open to the public

Get your questions answered, discover new possibilities, and take the next step with confidence.

👉 Save this post, tag a student or parent who needs to go, and add it to your calendar!

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! 💙⚓️