Florida Gateway College promotes academic and occupational success by preparing students for continuing education and careers.
Florida Gateway College up until July 1, 2010 was called Lake City Community College. FGC still offers a quality 2 year education in either AA transfer degrees or AS degrees in several occupational programs.
The mission of Florida Gateway College is to provide superior instruction, nurture individual development, and enrich the community through affordable, quality higher education programs and lifelong learning opportunities.
Florida Gateway College's vision is to become a leader among higher educational institutions in preparing students for successful academic and vocational futures, supporting regional economic development, and improving the quality of life for residents of its community. We will strive to understand the needs and challenges of our stakeholders and implement high quality programs and practices that will meet or exceed these needs. We are dedicated to the continuous improvement of services and outcomes.
We will exceed students' expectations through continuous improvement of academic programs and student support services. We will set high academic standards that will challenge students to enhance their intellect and creativity, integrate knowledge with life experiences, become productive members of society, and develop the capacity to become lifelong learners. Support services will be student-centered and designed to help students master skills needed to be self-directed and effective. Opportunities will be provided to engage students and move them towards fulfillment of their goals.
Florida Gateway College will provide quality teaching and unique learning opportunities. Successful achievement of student learning outcomes will be a top priority. We will recruit and retain a fully engaged faculty, staff and administration that is committed to the mission of the college. Faculty will use state of the art technologies, engage students in the learning process, create opportunities for collaborative learning activities, and respond to the needs of the learners.
Florida Gateway College is invested in the long-term success of the local economy, including the success of existing businesses and the recruitment of new ones. Our vision for economic growth includes the establishment of businesses in the area that offer high wage, high demand careers and advancement opportunities. We will serve as a facilitator to lead the region in economic growth and innovation and contribute to the long term success of the local economy by creating industry driven workforce training programs. We will work closely with industry, government, and non-profit partners to identify and reduce barriers to economic development.
Florida Gateway College will support the enhancement of resources that contribute to quality of life for residents of the region. Our plans for growth will prioritize the preservation of valuable water and other natural resources. We will act as a clearinghouse for information regarding environmental conservation and sustainable growth strategies. We will lead efforts to demonstrate sustainable technologies, prepare students for careers in sustainable industries, and provide high quality environmental educational opportunities for residents. We will assist local industries in the adoption of environmentally sound technologies and management practices by providing training and information.
Florida Gateway College will continuously expand program offerings to respond to the higher education, workforce training, and self improvement needs of the community. We will decrease barriers to student success, helping them become productive members of society and lifelong learners. Whether a student's goal is perfecting a hobby or earning a medical degree, Florida Gateway College will strive to connect them with the learning opportunities they need to reach their goals.
