LAKE CITY, Fla. – Florida Gateway College has been designated a Purple Star Campus by the Florida Department of Education for service and commitment to supporting military students and families.
The Collegiate Purple Star Campus Designation was established by the Florida Legislature and signed into law by Governor DeSantis in June of 2023 to recognize schools that support students and families as they transition from military life to college.
FGC is dedicated to creating a college environment where military-affiliated and veteran students know they are welcome and will have access to the support required to smoothly move into civilian careers and to achieve their personal and professional goals.
In addition to the enrollment, advising, engagement, and career services offered to every FGC student, FGC Military & Veterans Services staff provide tailored assistance to meet the unique needs of military students and their families, including priority registration and opportunities to connect through the FGC Military and Veterans Club. Working with military and veteran organizations, including the US Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) and local veteran organizations, FGC staff connect students with the resources and information they need.
“Since this campus’s origins as a Naval Air Base until 1945, Florida Gateway College has always been a military-friendly college,” said FGC President, Dr. Lawrence Barrett. “With this designation, we continue the commitment the college has to welcoming and serving all military veterans and families. We can’t wait to do even more for these individuals.”
The college continues to expand its services and outreach efforts to students and prospective students who have served their country. FGC is working to establish a veteran services hub that will provide veteran-specific resources including resume-writing and interview workshops, career networking events, and a dedicated space where veterans and military-connected students can meet, study, and socialize.
For more information on FGC Military & Veterans Services, visit www.fgc.edu/veterans.